Chest Springs, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chest Springs, Pennsylvania had a total population of 99, the 1880th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $55,625, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Chest Springs Quick Facts
How Chest Springs 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 | 91 | 99 | +8.8% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $55,625 | -12.7% |
| Median home value | $118,800 | $114,100 | -4.0% |
How Chest Springs 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+)
Chest Springs Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Cambria County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 18,087 | $37,888 | 31.9% | $45,400 |
| Westmont | 4,855 | $108,988 | 7.8% | $180,800 |
| Elim | 3,759 | $65,482 | 5.8% | $113,000 |
| Northern Cambria | 3,494 | $54,673 | 29.2% | $93,100 |
| Ebensburg | 3,321 | $58,179 | 9.5% | $174,700 |
| Belmont | 2,618 | $69,146 | 8.5% | $144,900 |
| Nanty-Glo | 2,598 | $51,604 | 19.5% | $83,700 |
| Geistown | 2,507 | $63,958 | 6.9% | $154,700 |
| Portage | 2,495 | $45,556 | 23.2% | $94,800 |
| Southmont | 2,059 | $73,400 | 9.3% | $125,800 |
Cities Similar to Chest Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Springs | 99 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 62.6% |
| Kerrtown | 100 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Shirleysburg | 101 | $56,250 | N/A | 5.5% | 4.0% |
| Cassandra | 101 | $56,944 | $91,700 | 4.6% | 11.9% |
| Eagle Creek | 105 | N/A | $171,300 | 12.7% | 18.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 99, Chest Springs'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
Chest Springs is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cambria County. The total population is 99. It ranks as the 1880th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chest Springs is 42.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chest Springs is $55,625. This is 29% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $114,100. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Chest Springs is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chest Springs has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents.
Education
28.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 97.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chest Springs, 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 Chest Springs, Pennsylvania?
Chest Springs, Pennsylvania has a population of 99 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chest Springs, PA?
The median household income in Chest Springs is $55,625, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chest Springs, PA?
The poverty rate in Chest Springs is 5.1%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chest Springs, Pennsylvania?
Chest Springs's population is 95.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chest Springs, PA?
The median home value in Chest Springs is $114,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Chest Springs, Pennsylvania?
28.0% of adults (25+) in Chest Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.