Northern Cambria, PA

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Population
3,399
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,516 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$93,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$612/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,673
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Northern Cambria has an interesting story. It officially became a single borough in 2000 when the twin mining towns of Barnesboro and Spangler merged, though long-time residents still affectionately call the area "The Two." Tucked along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, the community grew out of the late-1800s coal boom, which drew hardworking families from across Europe and established the tight-knit spirit you still find here today.

These days, Northern Cambria offers a peaceful, affordable small-town lifestyle surrounded by the scenic hills of Cambria County. The community gathers around local diners, neighborhood events, and a single centralized campus where kids attend school from kindergarten through twelfth grade. It provides an easygoing, grounded atmosphere for anyone looking for space, quiet, and friendly neighbors who look out for one another.

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