Big Beaver, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Big Beaver, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,843, the 689th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $71,678, which is 8% 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
Big Beaver Quick Facts
How Big Beaver 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 | 1,793 | 1,843 | +2.8% |
| Median household income | $68,841 | $71,678 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $186,300 | $186,100 | -0.1% |
How Big Beaver 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+)
Big Beaver Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Beaver County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliquippa | 9,079 | $50,188 | 22.9% | $98,400 |
| Economy | 9,005 | $95,313 | 6.5% | $250,800 |
| Beaver Falls | 8,850 | $49,924 | 20.9% | $92,100 |
| Ellwood City | 7,532 | $67,138 | 9.5% | $122,800 |
| Ambridge | 6,890 | $51,537 | 15.5% | $98,200 |
| New Brighton | 5,567 | $52,939 | 16.1% | $109,200 |
| Monaca | 5,519 | $73,538 | 10.5% | $162,700 |
| Beaver | 4,374 | $81,156 | 6.1% | $254,100 |
| Baden | 3,843 | $63,400 | 8.4% | $150,400 |
| Rochester | 3,422 | $43,080 | 23.5% | $116,800 |
Cities Similar to Big Beaver
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Run | 1,814 | $72,656 | $229,300 | 41.9% | 6.1% |
| Cleona | 1,882 | $72,688 | $177,600 | 25.1% | 9.0% |
| South Pottstown | 1,893 | $71,506 | $263,900 | 15.3% | 3.2% |
| Lykens | 1,878 | $73,318 | $107,300 | 12.7% | 23.0% |
| Wrightsville | 1,869 | $67,198 | $182,500 | 19.6% | 5.0% |
Population Overview
Big Beaver is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Beaver County. The total population is 1,843. It ranks as the 689th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Big Beaver is 55.4 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 14.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Big Beaver is $71,678. This is 8% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $186,100. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Big Beaver is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 95.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Big Beaver has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Big Beaver, 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 Big Beaver, Pennsylvania?
Big Beaver, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,843 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Big Beaver, PA?
The median household income in Big Beaver is $71,678, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Big Beaver, PA?
The poverty rate in Big Beaver is 6.0%. This means approximately 111 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Big Beaver, Pennsylvania?
Big Beaver's population is 92.1% White, 0.2% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Big Beaver, PA?
The median home value in Big Beaver is $186,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Big Beaver, Pennsylvania?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Big Beaver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.