Coalport City, Pennsylvania, has a distinct and continuous downtown business district, a distinct distinction from the towns of Glen Hope and Irvona. The downtown area is comprised of a few historic buildings, notably the 1890 Central Hotel. While the windows on the first story have been altered, the dormers on the third story remain unchanged. The five-and-ten store, operated by the fourth generation of the same family, was also well preserved.
In 2010, Coalport had a population of 523 residents. That makes the city relatively low density - only 136 people per square mile. As of 2020, Coalport is expected to have a population of 486. It was founded 146 years ago in 1875. While its population is relatively small, the city is located in the Pennsylvania's Clearfield county. It has been named for William Penn, a Pennsylvania abolitionist who emigrated from France to start a school in Coalport.
The population density is low in Coalport, even in the midst of booming industries. This is due to the fact that the city is relatively far from parks and major airports. Fewer residents live near these recreational areas, making the crime rates appear higher. Of course, crime occurs wherever people gather. Hence, it is important to note that crime rates vary by neighborhood. The most recent crime statistics in Coalport are not available for public viewing.