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Greensburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Greensburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 14,741, the 47th largest city in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $64,914, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.

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

Greensburg Quick Facts

Population 14,741
Median Household Income $64,914
Median Home Value $184,100
Poverty Rate 14.4%
Unemployment Rate 5.0%
Median Age 37.9 years
Homeownership Rate 55.0%
Affordability Ratio 2.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.0%
High School Graduation Rate 96.7%
Diversity Index 17/100
Population 14,741 47th of 1,991
Median Income $64,914 average
Poverty Rate 14.4% 15% higher than national
Median Home Value $184,100 average

How Greensburg Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population14,77714,741-0.2%
Median household income$62,977$64,914+3.1%
Median home value$177,000$184,100+4.0%

How Greensburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.7%
$25K-$50K 17.5%
$50K-$100K 30.3%
$100K+ 29.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
9.3%
$10K-$15K
4.3%
$15K-$20K
4.4%
$20K-$25K
4.7%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
4.3%
$35K-$40K
5.0%
$40K-$45K
3.1%
$45K-$50K
2.8%
$50K-$60K
6.1%
$60K-$75K
10.0%
$75K-$100K
14.2%
$100K-$125K
10.1%
$125K-$150K
5.7%
$150K-$200K
6.5%
$200K+
7.2%

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
61.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.0%
Renter 45.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $839/mo 15.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

17out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Greensburg Rankings in Pennsylvania

#47 Population of 1,991
#1075 Median Income of 1,854
#345 Education of 1,987
#853 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Westmoreland County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Murrysville 20,817 $121,823 2.5% $342,100
New Kensington 12,011 $49,063 16.0% $142,000
Lower Burrell 11,633 $84,602 7.8% $198,600
Jeannette 8,657 $49,188 18.8% $114,400
Latrobe 7,977 $56,318 16.6% $145,100
Monessen 6,780 $52,889 20.8% $95,900
Vandergrift 5,011 $50,901 21.5% $93,900
Arnold 4,704 $45,417 25.5% $86,400
Level Green 4,409 $101,602 1.2% $276,300
Scottdale 4,363 $55,423 14.7% $156,900

Cities Similar to Greensburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Dunmore14,181$71,302$196,10037.3%12.0%
Ephrata13,772$69,735$224,40023.2%7.9%
Weigelstown15,485$73,722$219,50022.8%7.1%
Hermitage16,041$70,052$199,50035.2%10.9%
Hershey14,242$78,587$379,20050.2%17.6%

Population Overview

Greensburg is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Westmoreland County. The total population is 14,741. It ranks as the 47th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greensburg is 37.9 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Greensburg is $64,914. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $184,100. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Greensburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Greensburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

39.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 96.7%. Notably, 16.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Greensburg, 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 Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

Greensburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 14,741 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Greensburg, PA?

The median household income in Greensburg is $64,914, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Greensburg, PA?

The poverty rate in Greensburg is 14.4%. This means approximately 1,991 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

Greensburg's population is 91.1% White, 2.8% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Greensburg, PA?

The median home value in Greensburg is $184,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

39.0% of adults (25+) in Greensburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.