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Castanea, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.0x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Castanea, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,138, the 930th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $63,229, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Castanea Quick Facts

Population 1,138
Median Household Income $63,229
Median Home Value $126,900
Poverty Rate 7.2%
Unemployment Rate 2.4%
Median Age 40.7 years
Homeownership Rate 80.2%
Affordability Ratio 2.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.8%
High School Graduation Rate 91.6%
Diversity Index 4/100
Population 1,138 930th of 1,991
Median Income $63,229 below average
Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower than national
Median Home Value $126,900 bottom 30%

How Castanea Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,1141,138+2.2%
Median household income$60,250$63,229+4.9%
Median home value$123,400$126,900+2.8%

How Castanea Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.2%
$25K-$50K 27.9%
$50K-$100K 30.9%
$100K+ 31.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.4%
$10K-$15K
0.8%
$15K-$20K
0.6%
$20K-$25K
6.4%
$25K-$30K
2.0%
$30K-$35K
10.8%
$35K-$40K
6.6%
$40K-$45K
3.6%
$45K-$50K
4.8%
$50K-$60K
9.4%
$60K-$75K
7.0%
$75K-$100K
14.4%
$100K-$125K
10.2%
$125K-$150K
7.8%
$150K-$200K
10.8%
$200K+
2.2%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
67.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.2%
Renter 19.8%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $969/mo 18.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

4out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Castanea Rankings in Pennsylvania

#930 Population of 1,991
#1132 Median Income of 1,854
#1002 Education of 1,987
#1352 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Clinton County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Lock Haven 8,447 $46,102 20.9% $137,300
Mill Hall 1,364 $54,333 16.1% $151,700
Dunnstown 1,331 $88,194 9.8% $218,100
Flemington 1,322 $53,824 17.6% $158,000
Avis 1,171 $60,625 9.2% $166,700
Renovo 1,045 $27,716 40.9% $59,200
McElhattan 1,036 $71,250 12.5% $215,500
Woolrich 815 $62,895 13.4% $231,100
Beech Creek 678 $56,111 16.3% $168,900
Lamar 570 $66,400 10.5% $158,900

Cities Similar to Castanea

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Whitaker1,140$63,194$98,50014.1%25.9%
Yeagertown1,165$62,341$66,10011.4%2.3%
Jennerstown1,115$64,801$193,6008.6%9.8%
Lawrence1,154$66,250$217,20048.0%15.6%
North Apollo1,156$66,629$140,60016.3%15.7%

Population Overview

Castanea is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Clinton County. The total population is 1,138. It ranks as the 930th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Castanea is 40.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Castanea is $63,229. This is 19% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $126,900. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Castanea is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Castanea has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

21.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 91.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Castanea, 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 Castanea, Pennsylvania?

Castanea, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,138 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Castanea, PA?

The median household income in Castanea is $63,229, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Castanea, PA?

The poverty rate in Castanea is 7.2%. This means approximately 82 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Castanea, Pennsylvania?

Castanea's population is 98.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Castanea, PA?

The median home value in Castanea is $126,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.

How educated is Castanea, Pennsylvania?

21.8% of adults (25+) in Castanea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.