Newtown Pennsylvania Map
Newtown, Cambria County
Newtown, 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 Newtown, Cambria County.
Interactive Map of Newtown, Pennsylvania
| City | Newtown |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Cambria |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.346463 |
| Longitude | -78.858913 |
| Density | N/A /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Newtown, Pennsylvania
Newtown is a locality in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States. Newtown is located at 40.3465°N, 78.8589°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 18940.0.
Newtown sprawls across a landscape of rolling hills, a tapestry woven from the muted greens of summer fields and the deep, bruised purples of distant ridges when the sun begins its descent. It lies 27.2 miles west-south-west of Altoona, PA (from Altoona, PA: bearing 244°T), and is situated 3.6 miles east-north-east of Johnstown. The Conemaugh River, a silver thread in the valley's fabric, winds its way past the edges of Newtown, its presence a constant, murmuring whisper against the stillness. Here, the air often carries the damp, earthy scent of the surrounding Appalachians, a fragrance that clings to the weathered facades of buildings and the stoic faces of its inhabitants, suggesting a resilience born of the land. The sky above Newtown, especially in the quiet hours before dawn, possesses a particular, vast clarity, a sweeping canvas that seems to hold the weight of the world and the promise of each new day. The history of Newtown is deeply entwined with the industry that once defined this corner of Cambria County. Coal mining, a demanding and often perilous endeavor, shaped the lives and livelihoods of generations, leaving an indelible mark on the character of the place. While the mines have largely fallen silent, their legacy persists in the sturdy, unpretentious architecture and the enduring spirit of the people. The local economy now finds its footing in a more varied footing, with small businesses and services catering to the needs of the surrounding region, reflecting a quiet adaptation to changing times. Landmarks like the old train station, a silent sentinel to a bygone era of bustling travel, stand as tangible reminders of Newtown's past, while the present unfolds in the steady rhythm of daily life, where neighborly nods and shared stories are currency enough.
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About This Newtown Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Newtown, 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 Newtown and Cambria County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Newtown 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 Newtown 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. |
