25-613: Aliquippa is a city in Beaver County, Pennsylvania , United States, along the Ohio River . The population was 9,238 at the 2020 census . It is located 18 miles (29 km) northwest of Pittsburgh and is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area . Formerly the location of a large Native American trading center, Aliquippa grew to become a center for steel manufacturing by the early 20th century, similar to other towns in
50-534: A Democratic stronghold, and had a slight Democratic edge in registration until 2023. In 2015, the GOP took majority status in the Commissioners' Office for the first time since 1955. In 2004, Democrat John Kerry won Beaver County over Republican George W. Bush 51% to 48%. In 2008, Republican John McCain defeated Democrat Barack Obama 50% to 47%, becoming the first Republican to win there since 1972 and only
75-509: A city in 1987 by the Aliquippa Borough Council. The B.F. Jones Memorial Library is a historical landmark of the community. USAir Flight 427 crashed near Aliquippa on September 8, 1994. Aliquippa is entirely landlocked by Hopewell Township . Across the Ohio River , the city runs adjacent with, from north to south, the borough of Baden , Harmony Township and the borough of Ambridge which connects to Aliquippa via
100-592: A decrease of 7.7% since 2008. The county is divided into 129 precincts. As of January 8, 2024, there were 111,767 registered voters in Beaver county. Republicans hold a plurality of voters by a margin of just 190 voters (less than 1% of the total registered), after overtaking Dems at the end of December 2023. There were 48,229 registered Republicans , 48,039 registered Democrats , 10,390 registered non-affiliated voters and 5,109 voters registered to other parties . Chart of Voter Registration Beaver County used to be
125-407: A naturally occurring waterfall. In Brighton Township there is Brady's Run Park. Racoon Creek State Park is one of Pennsylvania's largest and most visited state parks. The park encompasses 7,572 acres (3,064 ha) and features the 101 acres (41 ha) Raccoon Lake. Additionally, there are many riverfront parks throughout the county. The North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) passes through
150-429: A standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure a country's standard of living . When used to compare income levels of different countries, it is usually expressed using a commonly used international currency, such as the euro or United States dollar . It
175-608: Is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . As of the 2020 census , the population was 168,215. Its county seat is Beaver , and its largest city is Aliquippa . The county is part of the Greater Pittsburgh region of the state. Beaver County was created on March 12, 1800, from parts of Allegheny and Washington counties. It took its name from the Beaver River . The original townships at
200-590: Is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using
225-752: Is land and 9.3 square miles (24 km ) (2.1%) is water. It has a humid continental climate ( Dfa / Dfb ) and average monthly temperatures in the Beaver/Rochester vicinity range from 29.4 °F in January to 73.2 °F in July. Beaver County is one of the 423 counties served by the Appalachian Regional Commission , and it is identified as part of the "Midlands" by Colin Woodard in his book American Nations: A History of
250-466: The Ambridge–Aliquippa Bridge . The city's population peaked in the 1930s. Since then, it has declined by two-thirds to just over 9,000 people, from a high on 27,116 in the 1930 census. As of the 2010 census , the city had 9,438 people. The racial makeup of the city was 57.6% White, 38.6% Black or African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 2.8% were two or more races. 1.3% of
275-641: The Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America . As of the census of 2000, there were 181,412 people, 72,576 households, and 50,512 families residing in the county. The population density was 418 inhabitants per square mile (161/km ). There were 77,765 housing units at an average density of 179 units per square mile (69/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 92.55% White, 5.96% Black or African American, 0.10% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.20% from other races, and 0.92% from two or more races. 0.72% of
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#1732772469331300-487: The area. With the closure of most large employers by the 1980s, Aliquippa has since become an economically distressed community. Aliquippa was founded by the merger of three towns: Aliquippa, Woodlawn, and New Sheffield. There is no known direct connection between Seneca Queen Aliquippa and the city; rather, "Aliquippa" was one of several Indian names selected arbitrarily by the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad in 1878 for stations along its route. The oldest church within
325-403: The average family size was 2.92. In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.2 males. The median income for a household in the city
350-408: The collapse of the steel industry during the 1980s, and was demolished in 1988. This major economic loss alongside suburbanization caused a major population loss through the end of the 20th century. Many of the city's businesses have left since the closing of the mill. This has left the city economically depressed, with the crime rate dramatically rising over time. Aliquippa was formally chartered as
375-462: The county in Senate and gubernatorial elections. Beaver County voted for Bob Casey Jr. in his reelection bid in 2012 50% to 47%, and again voted to re-elect Casey in 2018, as well as Democrat Tom Wolf . In 2022, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro defeated Republican Doug Mastriano in the county, but was the only Democrat that cycle to do so. Near Koppel there is Buttermilk Falls,
400-971: The county's northern end. The NCT has an 11-mile point-to-point off-road section near Darlington to the Ohio state line and a 2.5 mile off-road section near New Galilee and Enon Valley, Pennsylvania . Beaver County Transit Authority As reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Education – EdNA, as of April 2010. As reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Education – EdNA, as of April 2010. In 2009, Center Area School District and Monaca School District merged to form Central Valley School District . Under Pennsylvania law, there are four types of incorporated municipalities: cities , boroughs , townships , and, in at most two cases, towns . The following cities, boroughs and townships are in Beaver County: The population ranking of
425-637: The current boundaries of Aliquippa is Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church (formerly White Oak Flats Presbyterian Church), established about 1793 in the New Sheffield region on Brodhead Road. Aliquippa is best known as the location of a productive steel mill that the Jones and Laughlin Steel Company constructed there along the Ohio River beginning in 1905. Employment at the facility sustained a population of 27,023 in 1940. The mill closed in 1984 during
450-665: The date of the erection of Beaver County (1800) were North Beaver, east and west of the Big Beaver Creek; South Beaver, west of the Big Beaver; and Sewickley, east of the Big Beaver—all north of the Ohio River; and Hanover, First Moon, and Second Moon, south of the Ohio. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 444 square miles (1,150 km ), of which 435 square miles (1,130 km )
475-416: The following table is based on the 2010 census of Beaver County. † county seat 40°41′N 80°21′W / 40.69°N 80.35°W / 40.69; -80.35 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures the average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income
500-555: The population was of Hispanic or Latino ancestry. As of the 2000 census , there were 11,734 people, 5,124 households, and 3,176 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,867.7 inhabitants per square mile (1,107.2/km). There were 5,843 housing units at an average density of 1,428.0 per square mile (551.4/km). The racial makeup was 62.59% White, 35.52% African American, 0.07% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.18% from other races, and 1.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.00% of
525-491: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 23.0% were of German , 17.4% Italian , 9.9% Irish , 6.5% English, 6.4% Polish and 5.8% American ancestry. There were 72,576 households, out of which 28.60% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.50% were married couples living together, 11.40% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.40% were non-families. Of all households 26.90% were made up of individuals, and 13.10% had someone living alone who
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#1732772469331550-407: The population. There were 5,124 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.7% were married couples living together, 21.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. Of all households 35.0% were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and
575-487: The third since 1928. Mitt Romney and Donald Trump (twice) carried the county in the next three elections. In 2010, Republican Governor Tom Corbett and Republican Senator Pat Toomey both carried Beaver in their successful statewide bids, and Toomey won the county again in 2016 . However, Democrats have still seen recent success in Beaver County in non-presidential races, with Democrats often being competitive in
600-617: Was $ 25,113, and the median income for a family was $ 34,003. Males had a median income of $ 27,954 versus $ 21,358 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 13,718. About 17.7% of families and 21.7% of the population were below the poverty line , including 36.3% of those under age 18 and 10.9% of those age 65 or over. The city's residents are served by the public Aliquippa School District , which includes Aliquippa Junior/Senior High School and Aliquippa Elementary School. Children may also choose to attend an area public charter school . Beaver County, Pennsylvania Beaver County
625-574: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.96. In the county, the age distribution of the population shows 22.60% under the age of 18, 7.40% from 18 to 24, 27.30% from 25 to 44, 24.20% from 45 to 64, and 18.40% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.90 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.20 males. In November 2008, there were 118,269 registered voters in Beaver County. By April 2016, there were 109,091 registered voters,
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