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McKeesport Pennsylvania Map

Explore McKeesport, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of McKeesport, Pennsylvania

How to Use This McKeesport, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Pennsylvania or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to McKeesport.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	McKeesport
State	Pennsylvania (PA)
County	Allegheny County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.341877
Longitude	-79.845007
Population	17,727
Density	1355.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	15132, 15131, 15133, 15134, 15135
Area Code	215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County Seat	Pittsburgh
School District	McKeesport Area School District

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About McKeesport, Pennsylvania

McKeesport is a locality in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of 17,727. The population density is 1355.6 people per km². McKeesport is located at 40.3419°N, 79.8450°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. McKeesport is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 15132, 15131, 15133.

McKeesport occupies a distinct position where the Youghiogheny River flows through the Allegheny Plateau, defining the physical character of the terrain. It lies 1.1 miles south of West Mifflin, PA (from West Mifflin, PA: bearing 174°T), and is situated 9.4 miles southeast of Pittsburgh.

The confluence of the Youghiogheny River and the local topography creates a landscape shaped by deep, carved basins like Boston Hollow and the persistent pull of the earth toward the water. Sunlight catches the slopes of the surrounding hills during the late afternoon, casting long shadows across the Ballfield that sits at the center of local activity. Travelers moving through the region may catch sight of the distant, hazy silhouette of the Allegheny Mountains on the horizon, a reminder of the vast, varied expanse of the state. Those seeking a quiet retreat might visit Butlers Lake, which offers a stillness rarely found near the industrial corridors that once dominated the region. The air here carries the weight of inland geography, far removed from any maritime influence, favoring instead the crisp, earthy scent of riverbank sediment and woodland.

McKeesport rose to prominence as a titan of the steel industry, its growth fueled by the proximity of the Youghiogheny River and the relentless energy of the mills that defined the local economy for generations. The legacy of these massive furnaces and factories remains etched into the architecture of the streets, where brick facades reflect a period of intense labor and rapid expansion. While the reliance on heavy manufacturing has shifted over time, the spirit of the work remains a vital component of the local identity. The town serves as a reminder of how internal industry shaped the development of the region, creating a rhythm of life centered around the cycles of production and the steadfastness of its residents. Even as the economy evolves toward new sectors, the structural remnants of the past stand as silent, imposing witnesses to the era that built the modern regional infrastructure.

Cultural life in McKeesport thrives through a shared memory of resilience and a community-driven focus on local events that bring neighbors together in public spaces. The Ballfield serves as a primary gathering point, hosting activities that define the social calendar and provide a venue for the youth of the region to engage with one another. Notable figures such as the renowned actor John Stephenson have roots here, carrying the influence of their upbringing into the broader cultural sphere. While the Monogahela Incline remains a point of interest for those exploring the wider regional trail networks, the internal character of the town stays anchored in its local schools and neighborhood traditions. The everyday experience is marked by a quiet, persistent vitality, where the people value the continuity of their history and the strength of their interpersonal connections. This steady, grounded atmosphere ensures that the identity of the place persists despite the shifting tides of the modern world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

McKeesport Model Railroad Club (Public Artwork) — 0.5 mi, 218° SW
Ballfield (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 160° S
Yough River Trail Connection (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 206° SW
Christy Park Playground (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 160° S
Renziehausen Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 112° E
Fountain;John F. Kennedy Memorial (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 303° NW
McKeesport War Memorial (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 300° NW
Dead Man's Hollow (Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 182° S
Church Arcade (Theme Park) — 2.1 mi, 359° N
Spaceballs The Unauthorized Museum and Gift Shop (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 044° NE
Boston Honor Roll (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 156° SE
Farmhouse Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 3.4 mi, 082° E
Phoenix Big Cinemas North Versailles Stadium 18 (Cinema) — 3.8 mi, 056° NE
Westinghouse Atom Smasher (Attraction) — 4.8 mi, 001° N
Zorianna Bay (Viewpoint) — 5.0 mi, 149° SE
Carrie Blast Furnace Number 6 and 7 (Historic Ruins) — 5.5 mi, 334° NW
Glitterbox Theater (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 320° NW
South Hills Dance Center (Arts Centre) — 6.5 mi, 271° W
Shade Sisters Dance (Arts Centre) — 7.2 mi, 277° W
International Museum of the Bamileke Genocide (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 344° N
Churchill Valley Greenway (Nature Reserve) — 7.5 mi, 001° N
Pittsburgh Yarn Company (Attraction) — 7.5 mi, 341° N
The Manor (Cinema) — 7.8 mi, 328° NW
Point State Park (State Park) — 10.9 mi, 308° NW
Keystone State Park (State Park) — 22.9 mi, 085° E

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