Friesville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Friesville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 161, the 1780th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 13.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Friesville Quick Facts
How Friesville 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 | 194 | 161 | -17.0% |
| Median home value | $130,000 | $169,600 | +30.5% |
How Friesville 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+)
Friesville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Blair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home 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 Friesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashville | 161 | $60,714 | $96,900 | 26.0% | 14.3% |
| Burnside | 161 | $41,875 | $64,200 | 3.5% | 24.2% |
| Clearville | 161 | $56,591 | $116,700 | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Hannasville | 161 | $105,455 | $125,000 | 22.2% | 1.2% |
| Boston | 162 | $50,903 | $128,300 | 25.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 161, Friesville'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
Friesville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Blair County. The total population is 161. It ranks as the 1780th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Friesville is 63.0 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 13.0% 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 13.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Friesville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $169,600. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $254,500. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Friesville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Friesville, 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 Friesville, Pennsylvania?
Friesville, Pennsylvania has a population of 161 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Friesville, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Friesville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Friesville, PA?
The poverty rate in Friesville is 13.0%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Friesville, Pennsylvania?
Friesville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Friesville, PA?
The median home value in Friesville is $169,600.
How educated is Friesville, Pennsylvania?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Friesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.