Girardville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Girardville, Pennsylvania Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.1x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Girardville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,110, the 941st largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $41,964, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 5.6% 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 1.1x.

Girardville Quick Facts

Population 1,110

Median Household Income $41,964

Median Home Value $45,400

Poverty Rate 20.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.1%

Median Age 51.4 years

Homeownership Rate 80.3%

Affordability Ratio 1.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.6%

High School Graduation Rate 86.5%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 1,110 941st of 1,991

Median Income $41,964 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 20.8% 67% higher than national

Median Home Value $45,400 bottom 10%

How Girardville 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	1,094	1,110	+1.5%
Median household income	$37,639	$41,964	+11.5%
Median home value	$41,200	$45,400	+10.2%

How Girardville Compares

Median Household Income

Girardville

$41,964

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Girardville

$45,400

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 39.2%

$25K-$50K 16.6%

$50K-$100K 25.7%

$100K+ 18.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

13.8%

$10K-$15K

9.6%

$15K-$20K

9.8%

$20K-$25K

6.0%

$25K-$30K

2.9%

$30K-$35K

1.7%

$35K-$40K

5.4%

$40K-$45K

3.0%

$45K-$50K

3.7%

$50K-$60K

5.5%

$60K-$75K

6.6%

$75K-$100K

13.6%

$100K-$125K

6.6%

$125K-$150K

6.2%

$150K-$200K

0.8%

$200K+

4.9%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

55.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.3%

Renter 19.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $540/mo 15.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.6%

18-34

11.3%

35-54

28.5%

55-74

34.0%

75+

11.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Girardville Rankings in Pennsylvania

#941 Population of 1,991

#1755 Median Income of 1,854

#1848 Education of 1,987

#1861 Home Value of 1,871

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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 Girardville

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Salix	1,115	$43,068	$145,200	31.9%	24.1%
Clymer	1,106	$44,044	$78,000	17.3%	18.3%
DeSales University	1,052	N/A	N/A	100.0%	85.7%
Central City	1,105	$47,813	$67,400	11.7%	16.9%
Dauphin	1,075	$45,625	$198,800	56.0%	12.9%

Population Overview

Girardville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Schuylkill County. The total population is 1,110. It ranks as the 941st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Girardville is 51.4 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Girardville is $41,964. This is 46% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.8%. This is 78% 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 5.1%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $45,400. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Girardville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Girardville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

5.6% 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. This is 84% 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 86.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Girardville, 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 Girardville, Pennsylvania?

Girardville, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Girardville, PA?

The median household income in Girardville is $41,964, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Girardville, PA?

The poverty rate in Girardville is 20.8%. This means approximately 231 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Girardville, Pennsylvania?

Girardville's population is 96.5% White, 0.2% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Girardville, PA?

The median home value in Girardville is $45,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.

How educated is Girardville, Pennsylvania?

5.6% of adults (25+) in Girardville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.