Davidsville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Davidsville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 826, the 1087th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 18.2% is notably above the national average.
Davidsville Quick Facts
How Davidsville 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 | 970 | 826 | -14.8% |
| Median home value | $205,100 | $215,200 | +4.9% |
How Davidsville 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+)
Davidsville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Somerset County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 5,944 | $47,102 | 17.2% | $163,600 |
| Windber | 3,860 | $52,438 | 13.9% | $99,000 |
| Berlin | 2,481 | $56,574 | 7.2% | $117,900 |
| Meyersdale | 2,103 | $65,772 | 10.0% | $103,800 |
| Boswell | 1,153 | $52,500 | 13.7% | $82,800 |
| Jennerstown | 1,115 | $64,801 | 9.8% | $193,600 |
| Central City | 1,105 | $47,813 | 16.9% | $67,400 |
| Friedens | 1,018 | $57,697 | 4.5% | $163,300 |
| Paint | 842 | $44,167 | 11.2% | $93,800 |
| Rockwood | 793 | $52,000 | 14.1% | $90,600 |
Cities Similar to Davidsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 826 | N/A | N/A | 31.5% | 87.1% |
| Briar Creek | 828 | $42,647 | $160,400 | 15.0% | 39.8% |
| Saegertown | 828 | $69,375 | $161,600 | 20.4% | 4.9% |
| Penns Creek | 823 | $54,142 | $167,500 | 21.5% | 27.4% |
| Montandon | 831 | $52,500 | $179,800 | 18.4% | 26.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 826, Davidsville'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
Davidsville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Somerset County. The total population is 826. It ranks as the 1087th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Davidsville is 55.5 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 24.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 18.2%. This is 246% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $215,200. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $254,500. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Davidsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.4% of all residents.
Education
32.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Davidsville, 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 Davidsville, Pennsylvania?
Davidsville, Pennsylvania has a population of 826 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Davidsville, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Davidsville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Davidsville, PA?
The poverty rate in Davidsville is 7.5%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Davidsville, Pennsylvania?
Davidsville's population is 91.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Davidsville, PA?
The median home value in Davidsville is $215,200.
How educated is Davidsville, Pennsylvania?
32.1% of adults (25+) in Davidsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.