Cambridge, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cambridge, Pennsylvania had a total population of 576, the 1289th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Cambridge Quick Facts
How Cambridge 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 | 623 | 576 | -7.5% |
| Median home value | $248,000 | $256,300 | +3.3% |
How Cambridge 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+)
Cambridge Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Cities Similar to Cambridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winburne | 576 | $80,700 | $88,300 | 11.5% | 6.8% |
| Confluence | 577 | $58,167 | $154,700 | 23.3% | 10.7% |
| Marion Heights | 578 | $52,569 | $89,800 | 8.3% | 22.3% |
| Sylvan Hills | 578 | $88,882 | $325,500 | 34.3% | 2.8% |
| Allison | 573 | N/A | $96,700 | 3.2% | 18.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 576, Cambridge'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
Cambridge is a small community located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 576. It ranks as the 1289th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cambridge is 22.3 years. This is 45% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 44.6% of the population under 18, Cambridge has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cambridge, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $256,300. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $254,500. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Cambridge 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
9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 48.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, Pennsylvania?
Cambridge, Pennsylvania has a population of 576 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cambridge, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cambridge — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cambridge, PA?
The poverty rate in Cambridge is 6.1%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cambridge, Pennsylvania?
Cambridge's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cambridge, PA?
The median home value in Cambridge is $256,300.
How educated is Cambridge, Pennsylvania?
9.2% of adults (25+) in Cambridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.