Heilwood, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Heilwood, Pennsylvania had a total population of 239, the 1665th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $66,458, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 22.4% is notably above the national average.
Heilwood Quick Facts
How Heilwood 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 | 229 | 239 | +4.4% |
| Median household income | $63,214 | $66,458 | +5.1% |
| Median home value | $52,000 | $85,600 | +64.6% |
How Heilwood 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+)
Heilwood Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Indiana County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 14,212 | $40,857 | 21.7% | $135,600 |
| Blairsville | 3,215 | $56,337 | 14.7% | $105,900 |
| Homer City | 1,778 | $65,129 | 8.0% | $119,400 |
| Clymer | 1,106 | $44,044 | 18.3% | $78,000 |
| Chevy Chase Heights | 1,101 | $51,930 | 23.0% | $136,800 |
| Black Lick | 899 | $33,234 | 12.9% | $102,200 |
| Dixonville | 756 | N/A | 6.3% | $91,300 |
| Saltsburg | 738 | $63,750 | 11.3% | $174,000 |
| Jacksonville (Indiana County) | 680 | $62,000 | 3.1% | $87,400 |
| Rossiter | 652 | $76,250 | 10.7% | $95,500 |
Cities Similar to Heilwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Run | 235 | $66,250 | $180,900 | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| Aristes | 246 | N/A | $150,000 | 13.9% | 13.8% |
| Springville | 246 | $66,731 | $202,600 | 21.0% | 2.0% |
| Yorkana | 247 | $66,250 | $225,700 | 10.8% | 6.9% |
| North Vandergrift | 249 | N/A | $45,800 | 0.0% | 36.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 239, Heilwood'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
Heilwood is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Indiana County. The total population is 239. It ranks as the 1665th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Heilwood is 40.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Heilwood is $66,458. This is 15% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 22.4%. This is 326% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $85,600. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Heilwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Heilwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.5% of all residents.
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Heilwood, 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 Heilwood, Pennsylvania?
Heilwood, Pennsylvania has a population of 239 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Heilwood, PA?
The median household income in Heilwood is $66,458, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Heilwood, PA?
The poverty rate in Heilwood is 5.4%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Heilwood, Pennsylvania?
Heilwood's population is 97.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Heilwood, PA?
The median home value in Heilwood is $85,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Heilwood, Pennsylvania?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Heilwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.