Martins Creek, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Martins Creek, Pennsylvania had a total population of 662, the 1218th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $78,000, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.
Martins Creek Quick Facts
How Martins Creek 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 | 346 | 662 | +91.3% |
| Median household income | $77,623 | $78,000 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $214,800 | $241,300 | +12.3% |
How Martins Creek 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+)
Martins Creek Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Northampton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easton | 29,739 | $69,348 | 16.3% | $196,300 |
| Northampton | 10,400 | $90,762 | 6.7% | $235,200 |
| Wilson | 8,183 | $82,902 | 10.5% | $210,700 |
| Middletown | 7,628 | $97,607 | 8.8% | $322,000 |
| Chestnut Hill | 7,086 | $124,089 | 6.5% | $375,000 |
| Hellertown | 6,118 | $72,813 | 4.8% | $256,200 |
| Nazareth | 6,043 | $56,855 | 16.0% | $240,300 |
| Bangor | 5,163 | $70,076 | 9.5% | $173,800 |
| Eastlawn Gardens | 3,722 | $112,281 | 2.3% | $391,500 |
| Palmer Heights | 3,624 | $99,815 | 4.8% | $309,100 |
Cities Similar to Martins Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Englewood | 661 | N/A | $155,000 | 52.6% | 30.9% |
| Morris Run | 669 | N/A | $98,300 | 29.9% | 16.6% |
| Fredericksburg (Crawford County) | 673 | N/A | $111,700 | 14.7% | 25.0% |
| Laboratory | 664 | $80,167 | $183,000 | 11.6% | 23.8% |
| Rossiter | 652 | $76,250 | $95,500 | 8.3% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 662, Martins Creek'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
Martins Creek is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Northampton County. The total population is 662. It ranks as the 1218th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Martins Creek is 53.8 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Martins Creek is $78,000. This is about the same as the state median of $77,971. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 115% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $241,300. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 54.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Martins Creek 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
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Martins Creek, 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 Martins Creek, Pennsylvania?
Martins Creek, Pennsylvania has a population of 662 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Martins Creek, PA?
The median household income in Martins Creek is $78,000, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Martins Creek, PA?
The poverty rate in Martins Creek is 5.3%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Martins Creek, Pennsylvania?
Martins Creek's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Martins Creek, PA?
The median home value in Martins Creek is $241,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Martins Creek, Pennsylvania?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Martins Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.