Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,258, the 879th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $69,758, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bear Rocks Quick Facts
How Bear Rocks Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,239 | 1,258 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $66,688 | $69,758 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $220,300 | $214,100 | -2.8% |
How Bear Rocks Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bear Rocks Rankings in Pennsylvania
Explore Pennsylvania Rankings
Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uniontown | 9,742 | $35,454 | 27.8% | $87,700 |
| Connellsville | 6,849 | $45,721 | 16.3% | $122,900 |
| Masontown | 3,201 | $53,676 | 31.7% | $126,300 |
| Leith-Hatfield | 2,577 | $91,823 | 5.4% | $296,700 |
| Brownsville | 2,412 | $31,810 | 31.6% | $69,400 |
| Oliver | 2,393 | $55,602 | 25.1% | $144,400 |
| East Uniontown | 2,195 | $48,305 | 25.6% | $114,800 |
| South Connellsville | 1,807 | $48,250 | 21.3% | $112,000 |
| Hopwood | 1,767 | $44,321 | 11.3% | $190,600 |
| Hiller | 1,536 | $78,015 | 15.1% | $121,300 |
Cities Similar to Bear Rocks
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almedia | 1,271 | $67,361 | $194,000 | 19.9% | 21.6% |
| Brickerville | 1,257 | $74,167 | $276,100 | 17.3% | 6.9% |
| Heidelberg | 1,234 | $67,829 | $150,200 | 24.5% | 8.1% |
| Penryn | 1,257 | $63,545 | $282,000 | 15.4% | 1.2% |
| New Castle Northwest | 1,223 | $72,500 | $155,300 | 31.0% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Bear Rocks is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Fayette County. The total population is 1,258. It ranks as the 879th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bear Rocks is 57.4 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 9.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bear Rocks is $69,758. This is 11% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $214,100. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 93.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bear Rocks has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents.
Education
22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
Free data download: Get all Pennsylvania city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania?
Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,258 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bear Rocks, PA?
The median household income in Bear Rocks is $69,758, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bear Rocks, PA?
The poverty rate in Bear Rocks is 6.0%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania?
Bear Rocks's population is 95.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bear Rocks, PA?
The median home value in Bear Rocks is $214,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Bear Rocks, Pennsylvania?
22.7% of adults (25+) in Bear Rocks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.