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Orwigsburg, PA

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Population
3,003
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
628 ft
Median Home Value
$213,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$685/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$84,063
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityPottsville, Pennsylvania5.8 miles away · 13,170 residents.

About Orwigsburg

Orwigsburg is a historic borough in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, situated in the eastern part of the state. Named for founder Peter Orwig in 1796 and serving as the county's original seat of government until 1851, the residential community of approximately 3,005 is served by the Blue Mountain School District locally.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.9rating

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