Chambersville, Pennsylvania Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

If you're interested in the population and steets of Chambersville City, Maryland, you've come to the right place. The Chambersville City population is just under 9,000. The population density in this city is similar to that of the surrounding counties. It is also less dense in areas near major airports and recreational areas. While this might make the crime rate appear higher, keep in mind that crime happens where people are.

The city's growth was made possible by its location along the Great Wagon Road, which connected Philadelphia and the Shenandoah Valley. The east-west branch of the road went through Chambersburg and Harris's Ferry, and eventually connected with the Pennsylvania Railroad and the larger cities of Pittsburgh and Harrisburg. From there, Forbes Road eventually developed into US 30 and the area grew as a transportation and trading center.

Chambersville's ZIP code is 15723. The first digit designates the national area, which ranges from zero for the Northeast to nine for the far West. The next three digits designate a sectional center facility, while the last two digits identify small post offices and postal zones. This information is not exhaustive and is provided solely for reference purposes. This information is not meant to be a substitute for a thorough understanding of the city's population.

This area contains several notable figures, such as John Hughes, who served as the first Roman Catholic archbishop in the United States. He attended Mount St. Mary's University and was buried at the Corpus Christi Church Cemetery in Chambersburg. Many people also know the name of Gwen Ifill, who spent part of her childhood in Chambersburg. Other notable people from the area include Mike Mowrey, a professional baseball third baseman, and Mitchell Stahl, a volleyball player.