Bellefonte, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bellefonte, Pennsylvania had a total population of 6,009, the 213th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $62,540, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Bellefonte Quick Facts
How Bellefonte 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 | 6,022 | 6,009 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $57,157 | $62,540 | +9.4% |
| Median home value | $232,500 | $240,300 | +3.4% |
How Bellefonte 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+)
Bellefonte Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Centre County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State College | 41,050 | $45,424 | 38.1% | $437,800 |
| Park Forest Village | 8,624 | $79,120 | 21.5% | $389,600 |
| Boalsburg | 4,582 | $100,958 | 11.3% | $413,000 |
| Pleasant Gap | 3,208 | $69,536 | 3.5% | $240,200 |
| Toftrees | 2,873 | $73,721 | 25.4% | $434,100 |
| Philipsburg | 2,748 | $47,794 | 12.5% | $148,700 |
| Stormstown | 2,532 | $146,875 | 1.0% | $440,800 |
| Lemont | 2,076 | $101,526 | 4.1% | $385,600 |
| Houserville | 2,000 | $119,303 | 2.8% | $378,600 |
| Zion | 1,981 | $94,829 | 3.7% | $344,700 |
Cities Similar to Bellefonte
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton | 5,961 | $64,006 | $201,000 | 37.5% | 9.6% |
| Dickson City | 6,023 | $59,963 | $192,300 | 24.4% | 13.1% |
| New Holland | 5,780 | $63,182 | $238,100 | 26.9% | 10.7% |
| South Williamsport | 6,211 | $64,583 | $180,800 | 29.2% | 4.3% |
| Stroudsburg | 5,894 | $66,674 | $229,800 | 29.0% | 12.0% |
Population Overview
Bellefonte is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Centre County. The total population is 6,009. It ranks as the 213th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bellefonte is 42.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bellefonte is $62,540. This is 20% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $240,300. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 50.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bellefonte has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
39.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% higher 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bellefonte, 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 Bellefonte, Pennsylvania?
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania has a population of 6,009 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bellefonte, PA?
The median household income in Bellefonte is $62,540, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bellefonte, PA?
The poverty rate in Bellefonte is 13.1%. This means approximately 767 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania?
Bellefonte's population is 91.2% White, 0.8% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bellefonte, PA?
The median home value in Bellefonte is $240,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Bellefonte, Pennsylvania?
39.6% of adults (25+) in Bellefonte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.