Fernville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fernville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 456, the 1392nd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $68,750, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Fernville Quick Facts
How Fernville 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 | 420 | 456 | +8.6% |
| Median household income | $66,250 | $68,750 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $200,000 | $275,000 | +37.5% |
How Fernville 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+)
Fernville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomsburg | 13,024 | $51,536 | 26.5% | $179,100 |
| Berwick | 10,317 | $49,800 | 16.5% | $156,500 |
| Espy | 1,624 | $79,038 | 2.3% | $166,900 |
| Catawissa | 1,536 | $51,992 | 16.4% | $145,900 |
| Almedia | 1,271 | $67,361 | 21.6% | $194,000 |
| Mifflinville | 1,193 | $48,173 | 15.3% | $215,300 |
| Lightstreet | 1,156 | $70,739 | 10.2% | $168,400 |
| Millville | 943 | $65,469 | 21.8% | $218,100 |
| Lime Ridge | 842 | $63,148 | 18.3% | $208,100 |
| Briar Creek | 828 | $42,647 | 39.8% | $160,400 |
Cities Similar to Fernville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Side | 457 | N/A | $125,000 | 11.5% | 50.1% |
| Tuscarora | 452 | $71,071 | $105,500 | 12.8% | 16.8% |
| Foot of Ten | 466 | $67,647 | $156,800 | 5.4% | 13.1% |
| Auburn | 449 | $71,458 | $180,300 | 15.0% | 10.2% |
| Little Britain | 439 | N/A | $363,600 | 26.9% | 4.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 456, Fernville'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
Fernville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Columbia County. The total population is 456. It ranks as the 1392nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fernville is 36.6 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 31.8% of the population under 18, Fernville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fernville is $68,750. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 61% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $275,000. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fernville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%.
Education
37.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 98.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fernville, 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 Fernville, Pennsylvania?
Fernville, Pennsylvania has a population of 456 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fernville, PA?
The median household income in Fernville is $68,750, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fernville, PA?
The poverty rate in Fernville is 18.9%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fernville, Pennsylvania?
Fernville's population is 84.7% White, 0.0% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fernville, PA?
The median home value in Fernville is $275,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Fernville, Pennsylvania?
37.0% of adults (25+) in Fernville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.