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Nanty-Glo, PA

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Population
2,413
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,751 ft
Median Home Value
$83,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$624/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,604
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Nanty-Glo

Located in Cambria County, Nanty-Glo is a quiet, affordable borough with deep roots in western Pennsylvania's coal country. Its unique name actually comes from a Welsh phrase meaning "stream of coal." Life here moves at a relaxed pace, with outdoor recreation right in town. Residents enjoy direct access to the scenic Ghost Town Trail for walking and biking through the Blacklick Creek valley, alongside local spots like the Tri-Area Historical Museum that keep the community's heritage alive.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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