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{{short description|City in Pennsylvania, United States}}
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| settlement_type = City
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Blair County, Pennsylvania|Blair County]]
| established_title = Founded
| established_date = 1849
| established_title2 = Incorporated (borough)
| established_date2 = 1854
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'''Altoona''' is a city in [[Blair County, Pennsylvania|Blair County]], [[Pennsylvania]], [[United States]]. It is the principal city of the [[Altoona, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area]]. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 43,963. Altoona is known for its significant role in the [[railroad]] industry and is home to the [[Horseshoe Curve (Pennsylvania)|Horseshoe Curve]], a National Historic Landmark.
==History==
Altoona was founded in 1849 by the [[Pennsylvania Railroad]] as a site for a shop and maintenance complex. The city's name is believed to be derived from the [[Latin]] word ''altus'', meaning "high". Altoona was incorporated as a borough in 1854 and as a city in 1868.
The city grew rapidly due to the presence of the Pennsylvania Railroad's extensive facilities, including the [[Altoona Works]], one of the largest railroad shops in the world. During the [[American Civil War]], Altoona was a significant transportation hub for the Union Army.
==Geography==
Altoona is located in central Pennsylvania, in the [[Allegheny Mountains]]. The city covers an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. It is situated at an elevation of about 1,200 feet above sea level.
==Economy==
The economy of Altoona has historically been centered around the railroad industry. The decline of the railroad in the mid-20th century led to economic challenges, but the city has since diversified its economy. Today, Altoona's economy includes healthcare, education, retail, and manufacturing sectors.
==Education==
Altoona is served by the [[Altoona Area School District]]. The city is also home to [[Penn State Altoona]], a commonwealth campus of [[Pennsylvania State University|Penn State University]].
==Transportation==
Altoona is served by several major highways, including [[Interstate 99]] and [[U.S. Route 220]]. The city is also served by the [[Altoona Transportation Center]], which provides [[Amtrak]] rail service and [[Greyhound Lines|Greyhound]] bus service.
==Attractions==
* [[Horseshoe Curve (Pennsylvania)|Horseshoe Curve]]
* [[Railroaders Memorial Museum]]
* [[Lakemont Park]]
* [[Peoples Natural Gas Field]], home of the [[Altoona Curve]], a [[Minor League Baseball]] team
==Notable People==
* [[Mike Reid (American football)|Mike Reid]], former NFL player and country music singer
* [[Fred Waring]], musician and bandleader
==Related Pages==
* [[Blair County, Pennsylvania]]
* [[Pennsylvania Railroad]]
* [[Horseshoe Curve (Pennsylvania)]]
* [[Altoona Area School District]]
* [[Penn State Altoona]]
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{Pennsylvania}}
[[Category:Cities in Pennsylvania]]
[[Category:Populated places established in 1849]]
[[Category:Railway towns in Pennsylvania]]
[[Category:1849 establishments in Pennsylvania]]
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