Howard, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Howard, Pennsylvania had a total population of 653, the 1222nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $69,306, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Howard Quick Facts
How Howard 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 | 689 | 653 | -5.2% |
| Median household income | $60,417 | $69,306 | +14.7% |
| Median home value | $189,800 | $195,000 | +2.7% |
How Howard 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+)
Howard Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Centre County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State College | 41,050 | $45,424 | 38.1% | $437,800 |
| Park Forest Village | 8,624 | $79,120 | 21.5% | $389,600 |
| Bellefonte | 6,009 | $62,540 | 13.1% | $240,300 |
| Boalsburg | 4,582 | $100,958 | 11.3% | $413,000 |
| Pleasant Gap | 3,208 | $69,536 | 3.5% | $240,200 |
| Toftrees | 2,873 | $73,721 | 25.4% | $434,100 |
| Philipsburg | 2,748 | $47,794 | 12.5% | $148,700 |
| Stormstown | 2,532 | $146,875 | 1.0% | $440,800 |
| Lemont | 2,076 | $101,526 | 4.1% | $385,600 |
| Houserville | 2,000 | $119,303 | 2.8% | $378,600 |
Cities Similar to Howard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsbury Village | 655 | $69,167 | $157,100 | 60.3% | 12.5% |
| Englewood | 661 | N/A | $155,000 | 52.6% | 30.9% |
| Morris Run | 669 | N/A | $98,300 | 29.9% | 16.6% |
| Fredericksburg (Crawford County) | 673 | N/A | $111,700 | 14.7% | 25.0% |
| Montrose Manor | 630 | $68,571 | $220,200 | 17.2% | 2.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 653, Howard'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
Howard is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Centre County. The total population is 653. It ranks as the 1222nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Howard is 37.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 29.6% of the population under 18, Howard has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Howard is $69,306. This is 11% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $195,000. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Howard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Howard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 98.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Howard, 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 Howard, Pennsylvania?
Howard, Pennsylvania has a population of 653 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Howard, PA?
The median household income in Howard is $69,306, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Howard, PA?
The poverty rate in Howard is 6.0%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Howard, Pennsylvania?
Howard's population is 95.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Howard, PA?
The median home value in Howard is $195,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Howard, Pennsylvania?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Howard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.