Cameron County, Pennsylvania
Cameron County
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 Location within the U.S. state of Pennsylvania | |
 Pennsylvania's location within the U.S. | |
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| Country |  United States
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| State |  Pennsylvania |
| Founded | March 29, 1860 |
| Seat | Emporium |
| Area | |
| • Total | 398 sq mi (1,030 km2) |
| • Land | 396 sq mi (1,030 km2) |
| • Water | 2.2 sq mi (6 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 4,467 |
| • Density | 11/sq mi (4/km2) |
| Website | [[1] www |
Cameron County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 4,467, making it the least populous county in Pennsylvania. The county seat is Emporium.
History[edit | edit source]
Cameron County was created on March 29, 1860, from parts of Clinton, Elk, McKean, and Potter counties. It was named in honor of Simon Cameron, a prominent Pennsylvania politician who served as United States Secretary of War under President Abraham Lincoln.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 398 square miles (1,030 km²), of which 396 square miles (1,030 km²) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km²) (0.6%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- McKean County (north)
- Potter County (northeast)
- Clinton County (east)
- Clearfield County (south)
- Elk County (west)
Major highways[edit | edit source]
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 4,467 people, 2,000 households, and 1,200 families residing in the county. The population density was 11 people per square mile (4/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Boroughs[edit | edit source]
Townships[edit | edit source]
Census-designated places[edit | edit source]
Education[edit | edit source]
Cameron County is served by the Cameron County School District. The district operates one elementary school and one high school.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Cameron County is primarily based on manufacturing, forestry, and tourism. The county is known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, and hiking.
Parks and Recreation[edit | edit source]
Cameron County is home to several state parks and natural areas, including:
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Tom Mix, a famous early 20th-century film actor, was born in Cameron County.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Cameron County, Pennsylvania
- List of counties in Pennsylvania
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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