Daisytown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Daisytown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 277, the 1620th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $68,036, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
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 1.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Daisytown Quick Facts
How Daisytown 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 | 270 | 277 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $66,250 | $68,036 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $88,500 | $86,900 | -1.8% |
How Daisytown 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+)
Daisytown 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 Daisytown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown | 275 | $67,917 | $93,800 | 12.6% | 7.0% |
| Tunnelhill | 278 | $68,750 | $103,600 | 16.7% | 13.7% |
| Millsboro | 282 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 22.3% |
| Greensboro | 285 | N/A | $82,500 | 42.2% | 6.7% |
| Mineral Springs | 278 | $71,806 | $82,400 | 9.8% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 277, Daisytown'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
Daisytown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cambria County. The total population is 277. It ranks as the 1620th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Daisytown is 50.5 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 11.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Daisytown is $68,036. This is 13% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $86,900. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Daisytown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Daisytown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.7%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.
Education
28.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 97.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Daisytown, 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 Daisytown, Pennsylvania?
Daisytown, Pennsylvania has a population of 277 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Daisytown, PA?
The median household income in Daisytown is $68,036, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Daisytown, PA?
The poverty rate in Daisytown is 5.4%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Daisytown, Pennsylvania?
Daisytown's population is 99.3% White, 0.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Daisytown, PA?
The median home value in Daisytown is $86,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Daisytown, Pennsylvania?
28.8% of adults (25+) in Daisytown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.