Ellsworth, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ellsworth, Pennsylvania had a total population of 791, the 1110th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $62,917, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
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 1.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.9% is notably above the national average.
Ellsworth Quick Facts
How Ellsworth 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 | 729 | 791 | +8.5% |
| Median household income | $62,656 | $62,917 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $103,800 | $76,400 | -26.4% |
How Ellsworth 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+)
Ellsworth Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13,368 | $52,975 | 16.8% | $128,200 |
| Canonsburg | 9,675 | $79,227 | 6.3% | $213,200 |
| California | 4,864 | $48,606 | 28.9% | $152,200 |
| Donora | 4,527 | $39,544 | 29.6% | $62,300 |
| McGovern | 4,393 | $107,395 | 0.5% | $320,300 |
| McMurray | 4,286 | $155,077 | 2.6% | $391,700 |
| Charleroi | 4,202 | $43,265 | 30.8% | $52,800 |
| Monongahela | 4,109 | $59,861 | 12.3% | $114,300 |
| Thompsonville | 3,646 | $128,422 | 1.6% | $436,900 |
| Centerville (Washington County) | 3,235 | $71,250 | 4.5% | $120,600 |
Cities Similar to Ellsworth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | 792 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lilly | 792 | $61,719 | $100,000 | 14.9% | 12.5% |
| Bridgewater | 789 | $61,250 | $192,600 | 34.3% | 9.8% |
| Knoxville | 784 | $64,063 | $92,000 | 9.6% | 8.9% |
| Lenkerville | 775 | N/A | N/A | 9.9% | 68.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 791, Ellsworth'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
Ellsworth is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Washington County. The total population is 791. It ranks as the 1110th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ellsworth is 34.8 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ellsworth is $62,917. This is 19% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 8.9%. This is 69% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $76,400. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Ellsworth is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ellsworth has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 89.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth, Pennsylvania?
Ellsworth, Pennsylvania has a population of 791 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ellsworth, PA?
The median household income in Ellsworth is $62,917, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ellsworth, PA?
The poverty rate in Ellsworth is 9.6%. This means approximately 76 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ellsworth, Pennsylvania?
Ellsworth's population is 90.3% White, 3.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ellsworth, PA?
The median home value in Ellsworth is $76,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Ellsworth, Pennsylvania?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Ellsworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.