Gilberton, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gilberton, Pennsylvania had a total population of 687, the 1195th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $65,060, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Gilberton Quick Facts
How Gilberton 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 | 608 | 687 | +13.0% |
| Median household income | $60,417 | $65,060 | +7.7% |
| Median home value | $35,600 | $43,600 | +22.5% |
How Gilberton 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+)
Gilberton Rankings in Pennsylvania
Explore Pennsylvania Rankings
Other Cities in Schuylkill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottsville | 13,364 | $54,332 | 19.9% | $100,500 |
| Tamaqua | 6,924 | $46,176 | 26.7% | $83,700 |
| Schuylkill Haven | 5,253 | $54,167 | 4.0% | $132,400 |
| Minersville | 4,396 | $53,416 | 27.0% | $82,300 |
| Shenandoah | 4,146 | $45,294 | 27.7% | $49,500 |
| Frackville | 3,878 | $56,866 | 18.8% | $103,400 |
| Mahanoy City | 3,507 | $37,727 | 35.9% | $52,400 |
| Lake Wynonah | 3,036 | $98,639 | 1.6% | $258,200 |
| Orwigsburg | 3,005 | $84,063 | 3.6% | $213,200 |
| St. Clair | 2,754 | $64,304 | 7.8% | $71,800 |
Cities Similar to Gilberton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cokeburg | 684 | N/A | $162,500 | 24.3% | 8.3% |
| Fredericksburg (Crawford County) | 673 | N/A | $111,700 | 14.7% | 25.0% |
| Morris Run | 669 | N/A | $98,300 | 29.9% | 16.6% |
| Nicholson | 696 | $67,344 | $164,700 | 21.3% | 22.3% |
| Pocono Mountain Lake Estates | 700 | $63,481 | $189,800 | 13.9% | 40.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 687, Gilberton'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
Gilberton is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Schuylkill County. The total population is 687. It ranks as the 1195th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gilberton is 42.0 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gilberton is $65,060. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 58% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $43,600. Housing costs are 83% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x, Gilberton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gilberton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.0%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gilberton, 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.
Free data download: Get all Pennsylvania city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gilberton, Pennsylvania?
Gilberton, Pennsylvania has a population of 687 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gilberton, PA?
The median household income in Gilberton is $65,060, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gilberton, PA?
The poverty rate in Gilberton is 18.5%. This means approximately 127 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gilberton, Pennsylvania?
Gilberton's population is 88.2% White, 0.6% Black, 10.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gilberton, PA?
The median home value in Gilberton is $43,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.7x.
How educated is Gilberton, Pennsylvania?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Gilberton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.