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Macungie, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Macungie, Pennsylvania had a total population of 3,274, the 436th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $75,677, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Macungie Quick Facts

Population 3,274
Median Household Income $75,677
Median Home Value $292,900
Poverty Rate 16.9%
Unemployment Rate 3.1%
Median Age 41.5 years
Homeownership Rate 50.8%
Affordability Ratio 3.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.2%
High School Graduation Rate 94.9%
Diversity Index 48/100
Population 3,274 436th of 1,991
Median Income $75,677 above average
Poverty Rate 16.9% 36% higher than national
Median Home Value $292,900 top 20%

How Macungie Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population3,2473,274+0.8%
Median household income$74,056$75,677+2.2%
Median home value$293,900$292,900-0.3%

How Macungie Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.1%
$25K-$50K 28.4%
$50K-$100K 23.1%
$100K+ 38.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.9%
$10K-$15K
3.2%
$15K-$20K
2.6%
$20K-$25K
2.4%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
14.3%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
8.1%
$45K-$50K
2.2%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
4.0%
$75K-$100K
12.5%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
9.6%
$150K-$200K
10.8%
$200K+
7.4%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
67.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.8%
Renter 49.2%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,806/mo 28.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

48out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Macungie Rankings in Pennsylvania

#436 Population of 1,991
#723 Median Income of 1,854
#530 Education of 1,987
#303 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Lehigh County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Allentown 125,976 $55,494 21.0% $206,600
Bethlehem 77,956 $68,879 15.7% $260,400
Fullerton 16,724 $69,317 15.8% $239,700
Emmaus 11,889 $83,917 7.3% $266,000
Ancient Oaks 7,777 $134,375 2.1% $432,800
Breinigsville 7,769 $120,749 2.6% $388,100
Wescosville 7,148 $139,826 3.5% $452,400
Catasauqua 6,541 $85,049 9.6% $209,900
Dorneyville 5,211 $128,732 5.5% $417,600
Fountain Hill 4,834 $64,107 18.6% $246,700

Cities Similar to Macungie

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Millvale3,299$72,778$124,10027.4%17.2%
Ingram3,299$71,154$156,80025.9%13.5%
Centerville (Washington County)3,235$71,250$120,60022.0%4.5%
West Wyomissing3,289$82,192$208,20031.1%7.7%
Ohioville3,324$80,673$202,10018.3%6.5%

Population Overview

Macungie is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lehigh County. The total population is 3,274. It ranks as the 436th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Macungie is 41.5 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Macungie is $75,677. 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 16.9%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $292,900. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 50.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Macungie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.4%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (22.4% vs 8.7%).

Education

32.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 94.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Macungie, 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 Macungie, Pennsylvania?

Macungie, Pennsylvania has a population of 3,274 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Macungie, PA?

The median household income in Macungie is $75,677, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Macungie, PA?

The poverty rate in Macungie is 16.9%. This means approximately 553 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Macungie, Pennsylvania?

Macungie's population is 68.3% White, 3.4% Black, 22.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Macungie, PA?

The median home value in Macungie is $292,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Macungie, Pennsylvania?

32.2% of adults (25+) in Macungie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.