Blanchard, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blanchard, Pennsylvania had a total population of 593, the 1262nd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $76,250, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.5% — among the lowest in Pennsylvania.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Blanchard Quick Facts
How Blanchard 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 | 538 | 593 | +10.2% |
| Median household income | $74,375 | $76,250 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $158,900 | $162,500 | +2.3% |
How Blanchard 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+)
Blanchard 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 |
| Bellefonte | 6,009 | $62,540 | 13.1% | $240,300 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Blanchard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soudersburg | 592 | $76,821 | $300,000 | 26.3% | 0.0% |
| Bethel | 587 | N/A | $118,200 | 11.3% | 51.6% |
| Blaine Hill | 587 | N/A | $158,000 | 7.5% | 46.9% |
| East Freedom | 597 | $77,212 | $106,000 | 12.8% | 2.5% |
| Grindstone | 580 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 16.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 593, Blanchard'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
Blanchard is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Centre County. The total population is 593. It ranks as the 1262nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blanchard is 50.2 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blanchard is $76,250. This is 2% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.5%. This is 87% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Blanchard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Blanchard was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 88.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blanchard, 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 Blanchard, Pennsylvania?
Blanchard, Pennsylvania has a population of 593 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blanchard, PA?
The median household income in Blanchard is $76,250, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blanchard, PA?
The poverty rate in Blanchard is 1.5%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blanchard, Pennsylvania?
Blanchard's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blanchard, PA?
The median home value in Blanchard is $162,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Blanchard, Pennsylvania?
17.8% of adults (25+) in Blanchard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.