Jonestown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jonestown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 36, the 1967th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jonestown Quick Facts
How Jonestown 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 | 54 | 36 | -33.3% |
How Jonestown 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+)
Jonestown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomsburg | 13,024 | $51,536 | 26.5% | $179,100 |
| Berwick | 10,317 | $49,800 | 16.5% | $156,500 |
| Espy | 1,624 | $79,038 | 2.3% | $166,900 |
| Catawissa | 1,536 | $51,992 | 16.4% | $145,900 |
| Almedia | 1,271 | $67,361 | 21.6% | $194,000 |
| Mifflinville | 1,193 | $48,173 | 15.3% | $215,300 |
| Lightstreet | 1,156 | $70,739 | 10.2% | $168,400 |
| Millville | 943 | $65,469 | 21.8% | $218,100 |
| Lime Ridge | 842 | $63,148 | 18.3% | $208,100 |
| Briar Creek | 828 | $42,647 | 39.8% | $160,400 |
Cities Similar to Jonestown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Grove | 37 | $41,250 | $212,500 | 5.9% | 13.5% |
| Reese | 37 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| St. Clair | 37 | N/A | $166,700 | 4.3% | 56.8% |
| Fisherville | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.1% |
| Wopsononock | 38 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 36, Jonestown'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
Jonestown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Columbia County. The total population is 36. It ranks as the 1967th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jonestown is 49.5 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Jonestown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $241,700. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $254,500. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Jonestown was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
25.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jonestown, 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 Jonestown, Pennsylvania?
Jonestown, Pennsylvania has a population of 36 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jonestown, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Jonestown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jonestown, PA?
The poverty rate in Jonestown is 16.7%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jonestown, Pennsylvania?
Jonestown's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jonestown, PA?
The median home value in Jonestown is $241,700.
How educated is Jonestown, Pennsylvania?
25.0% of adults (25+) in Jonestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.