Millvale, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Millvale, Pennsylvania had a total population of 3,299, the 432nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $72,778, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Millvale Quick Facts
How Millvale 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 | 3,333 | 3,299 | -1.0% |
| Median household income | $69,936 | $72,778 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $109,400 | $124,100 | +13.4% |
How Millvale 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+)
Millvale Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Allegheny County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 304,759 | $65,742 | 20.1% | $205,800 |
| Bethel Park | 32,881 | $107,090 | 4.0% | $273,400 |
| Monroeville | 28,295 | $79,218 | 10.7% | $209,800 |
| Plum | 26,723 | $98,705 | 3.6% | $227,600 |
| Allison Park | 22,045 | $113,822 | 3.6% | $346,900 |
| Baldwin | 21,057 | $80,983 | 9.5% | $208,400 |
| West Mifflin | 19,190 | $76,563 | 11.2% | $151,600 |
| McKeesport | 17,380 | $34,219 | 32.0% | $72,700 |
| Franklin Park | 15,235 | $176,875 | 0.7% | $485,600 |
| Whitehall | 14,811 | $89,404 | 6.7% | $236,200 |
Cities Similar to Millvale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingram | 3,299 | $71,154 | $156,800 | 25.9% | 13.5% |
| Macungie | 3,274 | $75,677 | $292,900 | 32.2% | 16.9% |
| Wind Gap | 3,360 | $71,375 | $213,800 | 25.4% | 5.8% |
| Centerville (Washington County) | 3,235 | $71,250 | $120,600 | 22.0% | 4.5% |
| Loyalhanna | 3,349 | $67,841 | $174,200 | 22.3% | 8.2% |
Population Overview
Millvale is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Allegheny County. The total population is 3,299. It ranks as the 432nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Millvale is 40.5 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years. Only 10.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Millvale is $72,778. This is 7% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 47% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $124,100. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Millvale is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 41.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Millvale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 8.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Millvale, 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 Millvale, Pennsylvania?
Millvale, Pennsylvania has a population of 3,299 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Millvale, PA?
The median household income in Millvale is $72,778, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Millvale, PA?
The poverty rate in Millvale is 17.2%. This means approximately 567 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Millvale, Pennsylvania?
Millvale's population is 86.6% White, 8.5% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Millvale, PA?
The median home value in Millvale is $124,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Millvale, Pennsylvania?
27.4% of adults (25+) in Millvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.