Boalsburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boalsburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 4,582, the 303rd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $100,958, which is 29% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 71.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.
Boalsburg Quick Facts
How Boalsburg 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 | 4,653 | 4,582 | -1.5% |
| Median household income | $106,806 | $100,958 | -5.5% |
| Median home value | $400,000 | $413,000 | +3.3% |
How Boalsburg 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+)
Boalsburg 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 |
| 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 Boalsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sellersville | 4,542 | $95,022 | $329,600 | 34.6% | 7.8% |
| Cornwall | 4,623 | $107,583 | $333,700 | 46.8% | 2.1% |
| Skyline View | 4,704 | $97,982 | $299,600 | 36.6% | 2.6% |
| Level Green | 4,409 | $101,602 | $276,300 | 52.5% | 1.2% |
| Amity Gardens | 4,499 | $95,438 | $335,400 | 33.8% | 20.0% |
Population Overview
Boalsburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Centre County. The total population is 4,582. It ranks as the 303rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boalsburg is 43.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boalsburg is $100,958. This is 29% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 25% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $413,000. Housing costs are 62% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boalsburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
71.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Boalsburg in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 103% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 34.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boalsburg, 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 Boalsburg, Pennsylvania?
Boalsburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 4,582 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boalsburg, PA?
The median household income in Boalsburg is $100,958, which is 25% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boalsburg, PA?
The poverty rate in Boalsburg is 11.3%. This means approximately 517 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boalsburg, Pennsylvania?
Boalsburg's population is 94.4% White, 2.1% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boalsburg, PA?
The median home value in Boalsburg is $413,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Boalsburg, Pennsylvania?
71.3% of adults (25+) in Boalsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 34.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.