General Information About
Westmoreland County, PA
Overview
This overview of Westmoreland County, PA is provided by
InWestmoreland.com, a for-profit website developer whose mission is to
promote businesses, services, and events in Westmoreland County. While not
meant to be exhaustive, we provide here a picture of the dynamic energy,
historic depth, and social and commercial strength of the place we call
home.
Located in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Westmoreland County is part of the
Laurel Highlands. Greensburg, its County Seat, lies 34 miles east of
Pittsburgh, PA. Companies considering Westmoreland County as a place to do
business will find industrial, distribution, and technology parks
strategically located throughout the county, in addition to the availability
of air, freight, and truck transportation. World class manufacturers such as
Elliot, Kennametal, and Timken Latrobe Steel, head a list of nearly two
dozen precision industrial suppliers. Sony maintains its own large
television assembly complex in Westmoreland County.
Over 7,500 small businesses in Westmoreland County provide a tremendous
range of products and services. Most pride themselves on maintaining a
personal touch, where their concern for each customer and their
conscientious approach to providing quality service comes before anything
else.
In the midst of growth and developing industry, Westmoreland County retains
a strong tradition of farming and land conservation. Working farms provide
for many of the counties agricultural needs.
A short drive from any bustling industrial or commercial center,
Westmoreland County presents rolling green hills, streams, picturesque
farms, and quiet country getaways.
Rich in recreational and conservation areas, Westmoreland County, PA
boasts dozens of county and state parks, country clubs, state game lands,
state forests, and nature preserves. In addition, there are many great parks
and recreation areas maintained by townships and localities. Westmoreland
County boasts many fine tourist events and attractions, with something
available all year long, from covered bridges to apple festivals, holiday
celebrations, ski resorts, and family fun parks.
Westmoreland County's history goes back before the American Revolution.
In August of 1763, the Battle of Bushy Run during the French & Indian War
was fought near present day Jeannette, PA, relieving Fort Pitt and setting
in play the historical forces that would shape the region. Governor Richard
Penn approved an Act of Assembly that formed Westmoreland County on February
26th, 1773. The original County Seat at Hanna's Town was burned by raiding
Senecas, acting with the aid of the British, in 1782.
Today, Westmoreland County is home to families and businesses marked by an
inspiring commitment to their communities. People here believe in making
their neighbors feel welcome and in extending a helping hand when
circumstances require. Professionals willingly give back to the communities
that have helped them succeed. Our Chambers of Commerce work to empower
local entrepreneurs, so that their success may enrich the communities they
serve. Westmoreland County government encourages the investment and
diversification of large industry, and the county's infrastructure and
workforce remain healthy resources for any potential employer.
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Statistics About Westmoreland County
The eighth largest county in Pennsylvania, Westmoreland County
encompasses some 1,025 square miles and has a population of 368,983.
Westmoreland County, PA is comprised of 21 townships and over 280 boroughs,
cities, towns, and villages.
Over 50% of Westmoreland County households earn between $25,000 and $75,000
per year, with a median household income of over $37,000. 85.6% of our
residents are High School graduates and 20.2% have earned a bachelors degree
or higher.
In Westmoreland County, over 25% of businesses are women owned.
In October of 2003, the regions firefighters, police, and emergency
responders acquired a state-of-the-art training facility when Westmoreland
County Community College (WCCC) dedicated an $8 million Public Safety
Training Center. The training center is located off Reduction Road in South
Huntingdon Township.
Additional statistical information can be found at the
Quick Facts
area of the U.S. Census Bureau website and, separated by community, at
the
Economic Growth Connection website.
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Westmoreland County History
History is right next door. From Greensburg to West Overton, local
history and Pennsylvania history are an important part of Westmoreland
County PA's tourism and economic development strategies.
The Westmoreland
County Historical Society provides outstanding information and
conservation efforts throughout the year.
The first county established in Pennsylvania west of the Allegheny
Mountains, Westmoreland County originally encompassed a vast area of Western
Pennsylvania, including current day Fayette, Greene, and Washington
counties. Parts of Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, and Indiana counties were
also included in this Mother of Counties.
With 65 municipalities, Westmoreland County, PA is home
to 369,993 residents and encompasses a land area of 1,025
square miles. Located in Southwestern Pennsylvania,
Westmoreland County is part of the Laurel Highlands.
Greensburg, a town steeped in Pennsylvania history, is the
county seat and lies 34 miles east of Pittsburgh, PA.
Companies considering Westmoreland County as a place to do
business will find industrial, distribution, and technology
parks strategically located throughout the county, in
addition to the availability of air, freight, and truck
transportation. World class manufacturers such as Elliot,
Kennametal, and Timken Latrobe Steel head a list of nearly
two dozen precision industrial suppliers. Sony maintains its
own large television assembly complex in Westmoreland
County.
Over 7,500 small businesses in Westmoreland County
provide a tremendous range of products and services. Most
pride themselves on maintaining a personal touch, where
their concern for each customer and their conscientious
approach to providing quality service comes before anything
else.
Westmoreland County Maps
Westmoreland County Map and North Huntingdon Township Map
Maps of Westmoreland County and North Huntingdon Township prepared by
Hampton Publishing for the Norwin Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on how your community can have local maps published,
please contact Hampton Publishing at 1-866-837-1444
To purchase printed copies of the maps below, please contact the
Norwin Chamber of Commerce at
724-863-0888.
Download Westmoreland County Side of Map
Download North Huntingdon Side of Map
These maps were made possible by the many fine
Advertisers listed on this page. Where an
Advertiser's name appears as a hyperlink, you may click on the link to
visit their website. The North Huntingdon Township map was published by
Hampton Publishing.
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