Bulger, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bulger, Pennsylvania had a total population of 119, the 1848th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 16.7% is notably above the national average.
Bulger Quick Facts
How Bulger 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 | 167 | 119 | -28.7% |
| Median home value | $180,000 | $188,600 | +4.8% |
How Bulger 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+)
Bulger Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13,368 | $52,975 | 16.8% | $128,200 |
| Canonsburg | 9,675 | $79,227 | 6.3% | $213,200 |
| California | 4,864 | $48,606 | 28.9% | $152,200 |
| Donora | 4,527 | $39,544 | 29.6% | $62,300 |
| McGovern | 4,393 | $107,395 | 0.5% | $320,300 |
| McMurray | 4,286 | $155,077 | 2.6% | $391,700 |
| Charleroi | 4,202 | $43,265 | 30.8% | $52,800 |
| Monongahela | 4,109 | $59,861 | 12.3% | $114,300 |
| Thompsonville | 3,646 | $128,422 | 1.6% | $436,900 |
| Centerville (Washington County) | 3,235 | $71,250 | 4.5% | $120,600 |
Cities Similar to Bulger
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamsburg | 118 | $76,250 | $185,000 | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Lincolnville | 118 | $45,417 | $43,200 | 3.3% | 50.0% |
| Oswayo | 121 | $54,219 | $106,300 | 18.1% | 14.9% |
| Sagamore | 121 | $56,719 | N/A | 4.1% | 3.3% |
| Callensburg | 117 | $61,875 | $75,000 | 9.5% | 1.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 119, Bulger'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
Bulger is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Washington County. The total population is 119. It ranks as the 1848th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bulger is 69.4 years. This is 70% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 18.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 16.7%. This is 217% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $188,600. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $254,500. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bulger 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
13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 92.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bulger, 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 Bulger, Pennsylvania?
Bulger, Pennsylvania has a population of 119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bulger, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bulger — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bulger, PA?
The poverty rate in Bulger is 5.9%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bulger, Pennsylvania?
Bulger's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bulger, PA?
The median home value in Bulger is $188,600.
How educated is Bulger, Pennsylvania?
13.5% of adults (25+) in Bulger hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.