Grindstone, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grindstone, Pennsylvania had a total population of 580, the 1285th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Grindstone Quick Facts
How Grindstone 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 | 592 | 580 | -2.0% |
How Grindstone 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+)
Grindstone Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uniontown | 9,742 | $35,454 | 27.8% | $87,700 |
| Connellsville | 6,849 | $45,721 | 16.3% | $122,900 |
| Masontown | 3,201 | $53,676 | 31.7% | $126,300 |
| Leith-Hatfield | 2,577 | $91,823 | 5.4% | $296,700 |
| Brownsville | 2,412 | $31,810 | 31.6% | $69,400 |
| Oliver | 2,393 | $55,602 | 25.1% | $144,400 |
| East Uniontown | 2,195 | $48,305 | 25.6% | $114,800 |
| South Connellsville | 1,807 | $48,250 | 21.3% | $112,000 |
| Hopwood | 1,767 | $44,321 | 11.3% | $190,600 |
| Hiller | 1,536 | $78,015 | 15.1% | $121,300 |
Cities Similar to Grindstone
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Tavern | 581 | $79,063 | $174,600 | 22.5% | 5.6% |
| Great Bend | 581 | $46,071 | $160,900 | 15.7% | 11.4% |
| Newell | 582 | $49,750 | $115,300 | 13.1% | 16.3% |
| Marion Heights | 578 | $52,569 | $89,800 | 8.3% | 22.3% |
| Sylvan Hills | 578 | $88,882 | $325,500 | 34.3% | 2.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 580, Grindstone'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
Grindstone is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Fayette County. The total population is 580. It ranks as the 1285th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grindstone is 32.7 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 48.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grindstone has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grindstone, 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 Grindstone, Pennsylvania?
Grindstone, Pennsylvania has a population of 580 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grindstone, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Grindstone — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grindstone, PA?
The poverty rate in Grindstone is 16.6%. This means approximately 96 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grindstone, Pennsylvania?
Grindstone's population is 91.0% White, 0.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grindstone, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Grindstone — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Grindstone, Pennsylvania?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Grindstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.