Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania has a population of 43,844, the 49th most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $65,429 and the median home value is $180,300. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
Huntingdon County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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: 43 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Huntingdon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon borough | 6,884 | $66,429 | 11.7% | $189,400 |
| East Petersburg borough | 4,575 | $86,614 | 6.7% | $248,100 |
| Mount Union borough | 2,349 | $38,947 | 34.7% | $99,000 |
| Saltillo borough | 452 | $72,647 | 4.9% | $112,000 |
| New Alexandria borough | 445 | $72,083 | 9.2% | $184,500 |
| Orbisonia borough | 433 | $32,917 | 24.7% | $117,300 |
| Broad Top City borough | 430 | $68,333 | 16.5% | $107,900 |
| Three Springs borough | 404 | $49,375 | 7.3% | $159,400 |
| Alexandria borough | 401 | $67,000 | 16.5% | $138,500 |
| Rockhill borough | 380 | $74,375 | 5.6% | $142,500 |
| Mapleton borough | 357 | $58,750 | 16.6% | $83,900 |
| Marklesburg borough | 323 | $80,125 | 6.0% | $161,000 |
| Mill Creek borough | 290 | $45,000 | 7.6% | $112,500 |
| Dudley borough | 212 | $54,659 | 5.8% | $82,900 |
| Cassville borough | 159 | $57,188 | 25.8% | $160,600 |
| Shirleysburg borough | 98 | $54,375 | 4.1% | $126,000 |
| Birmingham borough | 91 | $70,000 | 4.4% | $70,000 |
| Shade Gap borough | 88 | $102,656 | 1.1% | $85,000 |
| Coalmont borough | 57 | $36,250 | 42.1% | $107,500 |
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Population Overview
Huntingdon County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 43,844. It is the 49th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 19 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Huntingdon County is 43.5 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Huntingdon County is $65,429. This is 14% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $180,300. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Huntingdon County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Huntingdon County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
18.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania?
Huntingdon County has a population of 43,844, making it the 49th most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Huntingdon County?
The median household income in Huntingdon County is $65,429 with a poverty rate of 11.0%.
How many cities are in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania?
Huntingdon County contains 19 Census-designated places.