Farmington, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Farmington, Pennsylvania had a total population of 826, the 1087th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 87.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (87.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.7% is notably above the national average.
Farmington Quick Facts
How Farmington 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 | 969 | 826 | -14.8% |
How Farmington 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+)
Farmington Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uniontown | 9,742 | $35,454 | 27.8% | $87,700 |
| Connellsville | 6,849 | $45,721 | 16.3% | $122,900 |
| Masontown | 3,201 | $53,676 | 31.7% | $126,300 |
| Leith-Hatfield | 2,577 | $91,823 | 5.4% | $296,700 |
| Brownsville | 2,412 | $31,810 | 31.6% | $69,400 |
| Oliver | 2,393 | $55,602 | 25.1% | $144,400 |
| East Uniontown | 2,195 | $48,305 | 25.6% | $114,800 |
| South Connellsville | 1,807 | $48,250 | 21.3% | $112,000 |
| Hopwood | 1,767 | $44,321 | 11.3% | $190,600 |
| Hiller | 1,536 | $78,015 | 15.1% | $121,300 |
Cities Similar to Farmington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidsville | 826 | N/A | $215,200 | 32.1% | 7.5% |
| 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, Farmington'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
Farmington is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Fayette 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 Farmington is 34.7 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 87.1%. This is 643% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 9.7%. This is 84% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Farmington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
31.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Farmington, 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 Farmington, Pennsylvania?
Farmington, 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 Farmington, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Farmington — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Farmington, PA?
The poverty rate in Farmington is 87.1%. This means approximately 585 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Farmington, Pennsylvania?
Farmington's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Farmington, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Farmington — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Farmington, Pennsylvania?
31.5% of adults (25+) in Farmington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.