Marysville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Marysville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,681, the 527th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $68,889, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Marysville Quick Facts
How Marysville 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 | 2,667 | 2,681 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $67,670 | $68,889 | +1.8% |
| Median home value | $183,500 | $184,300 | +0.4% |
How Marysville 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+)
Marysville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Perry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 1,621 | $62,944 | 10.5% | $151,600 |
| Duncannon | 1,391 | $51,103 | 9.0% | $155,600 |
| Bloomfield | 1,090 | $73,542 | 9.5% | $227,400 |
| Liverpool | 850 | $59,539 | 8.2% | $197,500 |
| Millerstown | 736 | $91,964 | 10.0% | $200,800 |
| Blain | 278 | $73,750 | 4.0% | $170,000 |
| Landisburg | 261 | $59,375 | 6.4% | $126,100 |
| New Buffalo | 48 | N/A | 16.7% | $190,600 |
Cities Similar to Marysville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lansdowne | 2,712 | $69,000 | $200,400 | 22.7% | 13.7% |
| Meadowood | 2,644 | $68,750 | $189,700 | 22.1% | 5.9% |
| Belmont | 2,618 | $69,146 | $144,900 | 33.5% | 8.5% |
| West Wyoming | 2,662 | $66,382 | $172,300 | 25.5% | 13.6% |
| St. Clair | 2,754 | $64,304 | $71,800 | 18.0% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Marysville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Perry County. The total population is 2,681. It ranks as the 527th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marysville is 41.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Marysville is $68,889. 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 8.8%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $184,300. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Marysville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Marysville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.0%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.
Education
29.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Marysville, 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 Marysville, Pennsylvania?
Marysville, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,681 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Marysville, PA?
The median household income in Marysville is $68,889, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Marysville, PA?
The poverty rate in Marysville is 8.8%. This means approximately 236 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Marysville, Pennsylvania?
Marysville's population is 89.4% White, 1.3% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Marysville, PA?
The median home value in Marysville is $184,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Marysville, Pennsylvania?
29.7% of adults (25+) in Marysville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.