Industry, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Industry, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,618, the 748th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $75,694, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Industry Quick Facts
How Industry 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 | 1,657 | 1,618 | -2.4% |
| Median household income | $71,742 | $75,694 | +5.5% |
| Median home value | $184,400 | $198,800 | +7.8% |
How Industry 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+)
Industry Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Beaver County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliquippa | 9,079 | $50,188 | 22.9% | $98,400 |
| Economy | 9,005 | $95,313 | 6.5% | $250,800 |
| Beaver Falls | 8,850 | $49,924 | 20.9% | $92,100 |
| Ellwood City | 7,532 | $67,138 | 9.5% | $122,800 |
| Ambridge | 6,890 | $51,537 | 15.5% | $98,200 |
| New Brighton | 5,567 | $52,939 | 16.1% | $109,200 |
| Monaca | 5,519 | $73,538 | 10.5% | $162,700 |
| Beaver | 4,374 | $81,156 | 6.1% | $254,100 |
| Baden | 3,843 | $63,400 | 8.4% | $150,400 |
| Rochester | 3,422 | $43,080 | 23.5% | $116,800 |
Cities Similar to Industry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Erie (Behrend) | 1,607 | N/A | N/A | 77.1% | N/A |
| Tremont | 1,605 | $77,188 | $92,600 | 14.0% | 10.4% |
| Espy | 1,624 | $79,038 | $166,900 | 36.1% | 2.3% |
| Cheswick | 1,661 | $75,000 | $196,200 | 42.3% | 6.8% |
| Milroy | 1,577 | $76,492 | $130,200 | 19.4% | 24.3% |
Population Overview
Industry is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Beaver County. The total population is 1,618. It ranks as the 748th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Industry is 44.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Industry is $75,694. This is 3% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $198,800. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Industry is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Industry has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) 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 (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Industry, 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 Industry, Pennsylvania?
Industry, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,618 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Industry, PA?
The median household income in Industry is $75,694, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Industry, PA?
The poverty rate in Industry is 12.5%. This means approximately 202 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Industry, Pennsylvania?
Industry's population is 90.0% White, 1.6% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Industry, PA?
The median home value in Industry is $198,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Industry, Pennsylvania?
20.9% of adults (25+) in Industry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.