Mifflin County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Mifflin County, Pennsylvania has a population of 46,041, the 47th most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $63,953 and the median home value is $156,700. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mifflin County Quick Facts
How Mifflin County 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 | 46,074 | 46,041 | -0.1% |
| Median household income | $61,415 | $63,953 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $142,900 | $156,700 | +9.7% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Mifflin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewistown | 8,479 | $40,236 | 35.7% | $98,500 |
| Belleville | 1,951 | $65,677 | 8.1% | $179,900 |
| Burnham | 1,744 | $67,656 | 8.6% | $141,200 |
| Church Hill | 1,673 | $78,500 | 11.9% | $203,000 |
| Milroy | 1,577 | $76,492 | 24.3% | $130,200 |
| Highland Park | 1,177 | $72,250 | 4.2% | $167,100 |
| Yeagertown | 1,165 | $62,341 | 2.3% | $66,100 |
| Reedsville | 872 | $124,432 | 0.0% | $66,400 |
| Strodes Mills | 836 | $88,333 | 9.8% | $148,500 |
| Juniata Terrace | 528 | $52,500 | 16.9% | $70,000 |
| Granville | 395 | $75,710 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Allensville | 389 | $69,000 | 8.7% | $168,100 |
| McVeytown | 363 | $69,205 | 5.5% | $127,500 |
| Mattawana | 334 | $79,583 | 0.9% | $210,000 |
| Barrville | 322 | N/A | 0.0% | $209,200 |
| Kistler | 279 | $61,250 | 11.1% | $98,000 |
| Maitland | 253 | $77,564 | 0.0% | $118,600 |
| Newton Hamilton | 229 | $68,125 | 10.9% | $61,000 |
| Siglerville | 191 | $120,341 | 0.0% | $320,500 |
| Atkinson Mills | 181 | $77,188 | 8.8% | $164,700 |
| Alfarata | 148 | $87,083 | 0.0% | $157,200 |
| Cedar Crest | 111 | $27,321 | 70.3% | $113,500 |
| Longfellow | 110 | $64,063 | 11.8% | $116,100 |
| Lumber City | 75 | N/A | 0.0% | $89,600 |
| Wagner | 58 | $86,667 | 0.0% | $115,600 |
| Potlicker Flats | 44 | $78,182 | 0.0% | $130,700 |
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Population Overview
Mifflin County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 46,041. It is the 47th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 26 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mifflin County is 43.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mifflin County is $63,953. This is 18% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 39% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $156,700. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Mifflin County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mifflin County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 58% 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 84.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Mifflin County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Pennsylvania and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mifflin County, Pennsylvania?
Mifflin County has a population of 46,041, making it the 47th most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Mifflin County?
The median household income in Mifflin County is $63,953 with a poverty rate of 16.2%.
How many cities are in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania?
Mifflin County contains 26 Census-designated places.