Kingston, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kingston, Pennsylvania had a total population of 13,397, the 56th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $55,347, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kingston Quick Facts
How Kingston 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 | 13,333 | 13,397 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $53,885 | $55,347 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $164,200 | $172,900 | +5.3% |
How Kingston 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kingston Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Luzerne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkes-Barre | 44,423 | $48,515 | 23.1% | $117,200 |
| Hazleton | 30,111 | $46,177 | 25.0% | $151,600 |
| Mountain Top | 11,850 | $109,535 | 5.8% | $297,700 |
| Nanticoke | 10,653 | $57,462 | 19.4% | $108,100 |
| Pittston | 7,626 | $49,941 | 20.0% | $126,800 |
| Plymouth | 5,770 | $39,167 | 24.1% | $92,500 |
| Exeter | 5,541 | $57,639 | 11.1% | $146,800 |
| West Hazleton | 5,178 | $34,118 | 34.9% | $151,800 |
| Duryea | 5,084 | $62,462 | 22.6% | $157,900 |
| Swoyersville | 5,048 | $71,555 | 9.8% | $148,300 |
Cities Similar to Kingston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottsville | 13,364 | $54,332 | $100,500 | 21.9% | 19.9% |
| Washington | 13,368 | $52,975 | $128,200 | 19.0% | 16.8% |
| Coatesville | 13,353 | $59,256 | $194,000 | 19.8% | 18.1% |
| Bloomsburg | 13,024 | $51,536 | $179,100 | 32.5% | 26.5% |
| Butler | 13,212 | $44,247 | $108,100 | 23.0% | 21.4% |
Population Overview
Kingston is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. The total population is 13,397. It ranks as the 56th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kingston is 37.9 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kingston is $55,347. This is 29% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 57% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $172,900. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kingston is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.3%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
31.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 89.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kingston, 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 Kingston, Pennsylvania?
Kingston, Pennsylvania has a population of 13,397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kingston, PA?
The median household income in Kingston is $55,347, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kingston, PA?
The poverty rate in Kingston is 18.3%. This means approximately 2,392 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kingston, Pennsylvania?
Kingston's population is 76.3% White, 11.3% Black, 7.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kingston, PA?
The median home value in Kingston is $172,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Kingston, Pennsylvania?
31.7% of adults (25+) in Kingston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.