North East is a borough in North East Township, Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States, 14 miles (23 km) northeast of Erie. Its name comes from its position in the northeastern corner of Erie County, despite being near the extreme northwest of Pennsylvania. The population was 4,114 at the 2020 census, down from 4,294 in 2010. Fruit growing was an early economic endeavor, and is still to this day, as this is a popular area especially for cherries and grapes. There is an annual Cherry Festival in the summer and an annual Wine Country Harvest Festival in autumn. It is part of the Erie Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is the northernmost town in Pennsylvania.
Mid-Atlantic
North East
Erie County, PA
Population
4,092
Walk Score
74 · Very Walkable
Median rent
$754
Median home value
$149,000
Settled
1794
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- North East Historic District · listed 1990
Notable landmarks
- Short's Hotel · listed 1983
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