Beavertown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Beavertown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 888, the 1049th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $54,688, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Beavertown Quick Facts
How Beavertown 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 | 806 | 888 | +10.2% |
| Median household income | $66,042 | $54,688 | -17.2% |
| Median home value | $148,800 | $164,800 | +10.8% |
How Beavertown 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+)
Beavertown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Snyder County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selinsgrove | 5,593 | $65,650 | 5.1% | $198,500 |
| Shamokin Dam | 1,708 | $69,063 | 5.6% | $197,200 |
| Middleburg | 1,181 | $58,523 | 9.7% | $163,700 |
| McClure | 984 | $69,886 | 9.6% | $122,800 |
| Hummels Wharf | 876 | $66,661 | 3.6% | $183,500 |
| Penns Creek | 823 | $54,142 | 27.4% | $167,500 |
| Freeburg | 814 | $60,694 | 2.7% | $185,000 |
| Beaver Springs | 704 | $54,896 | 16.6% | $125,500 |
| Port Trevorton | 687 | $79,083 | 23.0% | $184,600 |
| Mount Pleasant Mills | 503 | $61,364 | 2.4% | $215,700 |
Cities Similar to Beavertown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Berks | 872 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Farmersville | 870 | $52,481 | $421,000 | 17.8% | 2.5% |
| Export | 857 | $56,316 | $157,100 | 27.3% | 9.7% |
| Mifflintown | 914 | $51,750 | $162,500 | 15.2% | 12.1% |
| Hyndman | 850 | $56,429 | $99,700 | 9.3% | 11.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 888, Beavertown's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Beavertown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Snyder County. The total population is 888. It ranks as the 1049th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Beavertown is 37.5 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Beavertown is $54,688. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $164,800. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 79.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Beavertown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
9.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Beavertown, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Beavertown, Pennsylvania?
Beavertown, Pennsylvania has a population of 888 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Beavertown, PA?
The median household income in Beavertown is $54,688, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Beavertown, PA?
The poverty rate in Beavertown is 14.5%. This means approximately 129 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Beavertown, Pennsylvania?
Beavertown's population is 92.2% White, 0.4% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Beavertown, PA?
The median home value in Beavertown is $164,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Beavertown, Pennsylvania?
9.0% of adults (25+) in Beavertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.