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East Freedom, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Freedom, Pennsylvania had a total population of 597, the 1260th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $77,212, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

East Freedom Quick Facts

Population 597
Median Household Income $77,212
Median Home Value $106,000
Poverty Rate 2.5%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 55.3 years
Homeownership Rate 72.9%
Affordability Ratio 1.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.8%
High School Graduation Rate 83.3%
Diversity Index 3/100
Population 597 1260th of 1,991
Median Income $77,212 above average
Poverty Rate 2.5% 80% lower than national
Median Home Value $106,000 bottom 20%

How East Freedom 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
Population613597-2.6%
Median household income$74,479$77,212+3.7%
Median home value$99,600$106,000+6.4%

How East Freedom Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.1%
$25K-$50K 0.0%
$50K-$100K 40.9%
$100K+ 32.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.0%
$10K-$15K
6.1%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
21.1%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
18.2%
$60K-$75K
0.0%
$75K-$100K
22.7%
$100K-$125K
28.3%
$125K-$150K
3.6%
$150K-$200K
0.0%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
85.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%
Renter 27.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

3out 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

East Freedom Rankings in Pennsylvania

#1260 Population of 1,991
#671 Median Income of 1,854
#1559 Education of 1,987
#1543 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Blair County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Altoona 43,196 $51,250 16.6% $119,900
Hollidaysburg 5,558 $69,458 8.2% $196,100
Tyrone 5,377 $57,226 11.5% $139,800
Greenwood 2,853 $73,250 4.9% $140,300
Penn Farms 2,508 $89,867 3.9% $348,900
Roaring Spring 2,335 $62,738 13.4% $142,200
Loop 2,039 $91,818 4.7% $245,300
Martinsburg 1,741 $71,307 8.5% $157,200
Bellwood 1,691 $52,305 16.3% $145,700
Lakemont 1,644 $52,955 13.1% $157,100

Cities Similar to East Freedom

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Soudersburg592$76,821$300,00026.3%0.0%
Blanchard593$76,250$162,50017.8%1.5%
Bethel587N/A$118,20011.3%51.6%
Blaine Hill587N/A$158,0007.5%46.9%
Spring Church598$80,227$232,80030.7%12.2%

A note before these figures: with a population of 597, East Freedom'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

East Freedom is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Blair County. The total population is 597. It ranks as the 1260th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in East Freedom is 55.3 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in East Freedom is $77,212. This is about the same as the state median of $77,971. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 79% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in East Freedom, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $106,000. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, East Freedom is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

East Freedom has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.3% of all residents.

Education

12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 83.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for East Freedom, 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 East Freedom, Pennsylvania?

East Freedom, Pennsylvania has a population of 597 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in East Freedom, PA?

The median household income in East Freedom is $77,212, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in East Freedom, PA?

The poverty rate in East Freedom is 2.5%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of East Freedom, Pennsylvania?

East Freedom's population is 98.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in East Freedom, PA?

The median home value in East Freedom is $106,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.

How educated is East Freedom, Pennsylvania?

12.8% of adults (25+) in East Freedom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.