Knox, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Knox, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,082, the 961st largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $69,000, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Knox Quick Facts
How Knox 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 | 1,032 | 1,082 | +4.8% |
| Median household income | $55,380 | $69,000 | +24.6% |
| Median home value | $117,800 | $114,100 | -3.1% |
How Knox 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+)
Knox Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Clarion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarion | 4,192 | $47,181 | 23.9% | $163,200 |
| Marianne | 1,135 | $57,130 | 10.4% | $163,300 |
| Rimersburg | 1,100 | $60,294 | 16.8% | $89,100 |
| East Brady | 1,041 | $66,250 | 8.6% | $143,500 |
| New Bethlehem | 957 | $50,000 | 17.8% | $179,400 |
| Sligo | 731 | $52,679 | 20.5% | $106,600 |
| Strattanville | 598 | $56,336 | 15.3% | $131,300 |
| Shippenville | 520 | $48,000 | 9.1% | $129,600 |
| Hawthorn | 501 | $46,932 | 14.4% | $92,900 |
| Foxburg | 277 | $81,250 | 6.1% | $176,800 |
Cities Similar to Knox
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nittany | 1,096 | $69,716 | $151,800 | 11.3% | 12.3% |
| DeSales University | 1,052 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 85.7% |
| Leetsdale | 1,096 | $66,346 | $156,000 | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Morrisville | 1,082 | $64,306 | $172,800 | 29.8% | 24.9% |
| Bloomfield | 1,090 | $73,542 | $227,400 | 15.5% | 9.5% |
Population Overview
Knox is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Clarion County. The total population is 1,082. It ranks as the 961st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Knox is 34.3 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Knox is $69,000. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $114,100. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Knox is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Knox has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.3%.
Education
29.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Knox, 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 Knox, Pennsylvania?
Knox, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,082 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Knox, PA?
The median household income in Knox is $69,000, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Knox, PA?
The poverty rate in Knox is 12.9%. This means approximately 137 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Knox, Pennsylvania?
Knox's population is 95.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Knox, PA?
The median home value in Knox is $114,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Knox, Pennsylvania?
29.7% of adults (25+) in Knox hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.