Birmingham, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Birmingham, Pennsylvania had a total population of 93, the 1892nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $71,250, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.
Birmingham Quick Facts
How Birmingham 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 | 91 | 93 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $70,000 | $71,250 | +1.8% |
How Birmingham 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+)
Birmingham Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Huntingdon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon | 6,897 | $67,125 | 9.3% | $198,900 |
| Mount Union | 2,328 | $40,625 | 26.7% | $98,200 |
| McConnellstown | 1,428 | $92,404 | 4.3% | $220,800 |
| Allenport | 719 | $116,250 | 7.8% | $151,500 |
| Orbisonia | 468 | $31,667 | 22.2% | $132,800 |
| Alexandria | 430 | $71,875 | 19.5% | $155,000 |
| Saltillo | 417 | $71,321 | 12.8% | $162,500 |
| Petersburg | 404 | $66,250 | 4.7% | $126,700 |
| Three Springs | 404 | $50,573 | 10.5% | $148,900 |
| Mapleton | 398 | $71,250 | 10.4% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Birmingham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allport | 93 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Shelltown | 93 | N/A | $100,900 | 10.0% | 34.4% |
| Yarnell | 92 | N/A | $187,500 | 0.0% | 15.2% |
| Tylersburg | 94 | $71,667 | $110,400 | 12.2% | 0.0% |
| Forest Lake | 89 | N/A | $247,700 | 42.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 93, Birmingham'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
Birmingham is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Huntingdon County. The total population is 93. It ranks as the 1892nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Birmingham is 40.6 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years. 17.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Birmingham is $71,250. This is 9% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Birmingham, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 45.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Birmingham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.8% of all residents.
Education
55.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Birmingham in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 59% 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 97.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Birmingham, 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 Birmingham, Pennsylvania?
Birmingham, Pennsylvania has a population of 93 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Birmingham, PA?
The median household income in Birmingham is $71,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Birmingham, PA?
The poverty rate in Birmingham is 6.5%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Birmingham, Pennsylvania?
Birmingham's population is 96.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Birmingham, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Birmingham — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Birmingham, Pennsylvania?
55.9% of adults (25+) in Birmingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.