Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Pennsylvania: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Jefferson County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Jefferson serves all of the following towns and cities in Pennsylvania:
- Albion
- Big Run
- Brockway
- Brookville
- Corsica
- Falls Creek
- Punxsutawney
- Reynoldsville
- Summerville
- Sykesville
- Timblin
- Worthville
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Pennsylvania such as Philadelphia County, Allegheny County, Montgomery County, Bucks County, Delaware County, then you can follow this link.
Jefferson County Vital Statistics
Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, is home to a total population of approximately 44,533 residents. In recent data, the county recorded 516 births and 535 deaths, resulting in an overall natural decrease. Marriage statistics show that there were 227 marriages within the county, while 92 couples experienced divorce during the same period. The average life expectancy in Jefferson County stands at 78.6 years, which reflects the general health and longevity of its residents. Additionally, the infant mortality rate is reported at 7.0 per 1,000 live births, providing insight into the health challenges faced by newborns in the area. These vital statistics, including birth and death records and marriage statistics, are essential for understanding the demographic trends of the county. For those interested in accessing local vital records information, including records of births, deaths, marriages, and divorces, the local vital records office offers resources to help you learn more.