Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania Demographics
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As of 2026, Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania has a total population of 630, the 1233rd largest city in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $64,318, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Mertztown CDP Quick Facts

Population 630

Median Household Income $64,318

Median Home Value $173,300

Poverty Rate 5.6%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 43.7 years

Homeownership Rate 82.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.0%

High School Graduation Rate 89.6%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 630 1233rd of 1,993

Median Income $64,318 average

Poverty Rate 5.6% 55% lower national

Median Home Value $173,300 average

How Mertztown CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Mertztown CDP

$64,318

$76,081

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mertztown CDP

$173,300

$240,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.9%

$25K-$50K 17.5%

$50K-$100K 49.6%

$100K+ 25.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3% | National: 5.2%

64.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.5%

Renter 17.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.2%

18-34

18.6%

35-54

24.4%

55-74

29.8%

75+

7.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 43 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mertztown CDP Rankings in Pennsylvania

#1233 Population of 1,993

#1008 Median Income of 1,993

#1209 Education of 1,993

#877 Home Value of 1,993

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Cities Similar to Mertztown CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Langeloth CDP	635	$64,615	$139,200	29.0%	13.9%
Cambridge CDP	623	N/A	$248,000	11.8%	4.2%
Nicholson borough	628	$66,111	$185,900	21.2%	19.1%
Emlenton borough	623	$65,179	$111,300	22.9%	11.2%
Englewood CDP	649	N/A	$162,100	47.8%	25.6%

Population Overview

Mertztown CDP is a small community located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 630. It ranks as the 1233rd most populous out of 1,993 cities and towns in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mertztown CDP is 43.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mertztown CDP is $64,318. This is 15% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $173,300. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Mertztown CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mertztown CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%. The Black or African American population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.

Education

18.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,993 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania?

Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania has a population of 630 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mertztown CDP, PA?

The median household income in Mertztown CDP is $64,318, which is 18% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mertztown CDP, PA?

The poverty rate in Mertztown CDP is 5.6%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania?

Mertztown CDP's population is 85.2% White, 3.0% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mertztown CDP, PA?

The median home value in Mertztown CDP is $173,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Mertztown CDP, Pennsylvania?

18.0% of adults (25+) in Mertztown CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.