Blawnox Pennsylvania Map
Blawnox, Pennsylvania — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Blawnox, Allegheny County.
Interactive Map of Blawnox, Pennsylvania
| City | Blawnox |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Allegheny |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.493402 |
| Longitude | -79.860605 |
| Population | 1,439 |
| Density | 1254.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Blawnox, Pennsylvania
Blawnox is a locality in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,439. The population density is 1254.7 people per km². Blawnox is located at 40.4934°N, 79.8606°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 15238.
Blawnox spreads along the winding Allegheny River, a place where the land slopes with a determined, almost defiant grace towards the water's edge. It lies 1.2 miles west-south-west of Penn Hills, PA (from Penn Hills, PA: bearing 244°T), and is situated 8.0 miles east-north-east of Pittsburgh. The terrain here is a study in geological persistence, a series of inclines and modest elevations that define the borough's character as much as its riverfront. Residential streets climb and descend, offering glimpses of the wide, often steely, river that serves as Blawnox's constant companion. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a damp, earthy scent, a blend of river mist and the subtle perfume of the surrounding deciduous trees that paint the hillsides in seasonal hues. The very shape of the land seems to encourage a grounded presence, a sense that one is rooted to this specific bend in the river. The deep roots of Blawnox are entwined with the industrial might that once pulsed through this valley. For generations, the economy here was sculpted by the demands of steel and manufacturing, the clang of hammers and the hiss of steam echoing through its streets. Evidence of this past can still be found in the sturdy brick buildings and the lingering memory of a working-class ethos that valued resilience and shared endeavor. Today, while the giants of industry have largely receded, a new spirit of commerce is emerging, a quieter hum of local businesses and services that cater to the people who call Blawnox home. The river, once a conduit for raw materials and finished goods, now offers a different kind of appeal, a tranquil expanse for recreation and a constant reminder of the natural forces that shaped this distinct corner of Allegheny County.
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About This Blawnox Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Blawnox, Pennsylvania with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Blawnox and Allegheny County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Blawnox is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Blawnox is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
