Crenshaw, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crenshaw, Pennsylvania had a total population of 280, the 1609th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $76,000, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 12.7% is notably above the national average.
Crenshaw Quick Facts
How Crenshaw 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 | 217 | 280 | +29.0% |
| Median household income | $72,813 | $76,000 | +4.4% |
| Median home value | $176,400 | $174,000 | -1.4% |
How Crenshaw 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+)
Crenshaw Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney | 5,665 | $42,183 | 20.8% | $99,000 |
| Brookville | 3,946 | $60,214 | 12.8% | $133,200 |
| Reynoldsville | 2,431 | $52,917 | 19.8% | $95,400 |
| Brockway | 2,191 | $56,563 | 11.7% | $133,800 |
| Sykesville | 895 | $45,208 | 14.1% | $91,200 |
| Big Run | 505 | $60,625 | 20.5% | $107,700 |
| Summerville | 436 | $61,875 | 9.8% | $79,000 |
| Corsica | 378 | $50,972 | 15.2% | $111,800 |
| Timblin | 185 | $57,500 | 15.7% | $55,000 |
| Worthville | 49 | $82,500 | 2.0% | $140,600 |
Cities Similar to Crenshaw
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millsboro | 282 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 22.3% |
| Heckscherville | 279 | $75,250 | $79,600 | 12.4% | 3.2% |
| Mackeyville | 279 | $77,250 | $236,400 | 28.5% | 6.8% |
| Greensboro | 285 | N/A | $82,500 | 42.2% | 6.7% |
| Blain | 278 | $73,750 | $170,000 | 9.4% | 4.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 280, Crenshaw'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
Crenshaw is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Jefferson County. The total population is 280. It ranks as the 1609th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crenshaw is 53.1 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 7.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Crenshaw is $76,000. This is 3% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 12.7%. This is 141% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $174,000. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Crenshaw is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Crenshaw 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
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crenshaw, 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 Crenshaw, Pennsylvania?
Crenshaw, Pennsylvania has a population of 280 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crenshaw, PA?
The median household income in Crenshaw is $76,000, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crenshaw, PA?
The poverty rate in Crenshaw is 10.0%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crenshaw, Pennsylvania?
Crenshaw's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crenshaw, PA?
The median home value in Crenshaw is $174,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Crenshaw, Pennsylvania?
8.3% of adults (25+) in Crenshaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.