Bobtown Pennsylvania Map

About Bobtown, Pennsylvania

Bobtown is a locality in Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,066. The population density is 700.3 people per km². Bobtown is located at 39.7612°N, 79.9814°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 15315.

Bobtown rests in a hollow where the hills of Greene County begin their slow, green descent. It lies 9.2 miles north of Morgantown, WV (from Morgantown, WV: bearing 352°T), and is situated 9.2 miles north-west of Cheat Lake. The landscape here is a study in muted tones, of rolling terrain that cradles houses and farms, where thick woodlands give way to open fields in a perpetual, quiet negotiation. The air, particularly after a rain, carries the damp, earthy scent of fertile soil and the fainter, sharper perfume of pine. Even on a bright day, the light seems to hold a certain softness, as if filtered through the leaves of ancient oaks that guard the edges of the community. The houses themselves, often modest and weathered, seem to settle comfortably into the land, their porches and yards hinting at lives lived with a measured, steady beat. The history of Bobtown is inextricably bound to the earth that surrounds it, a narrative etched in coal dust and the enduring spirit of its people. For generations, the extraction of this black mineral was the lifeblood of the region, fueling the economy and shaping the very character of the community. Though the mines may no longer echo with the clang of pickaxes, the legacy of that industry remains, a subtle hum beneath the surface of everyday life. The local economy now finds its footing in a more diverse agricultural base, with farms producing crops that thrive in this Appalachian foothills climate, and a growing reliance on skilled trades and small businesses. While Bobtown may not boast grand monuments, its distinctive charm lies in its unpretentious resilience, a place where the past is not forgotten but rather lives on in the quiet strength of its inhabitants and the enduring beauty of its rolling, verdant embrace.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bobtown, 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 Bobtown and Greene County.

Detailed location data for Bobtown includes the ZIP code (15315), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Greene County (Waynesburg), and school district assignment (Southeastern Greene School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bobtown is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.