Murrysville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Murrysville, Pennsylvania Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Murrysville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 20,817, the 32nd largest city in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $121,823, which is 56% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 56% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in Pennsylvania.
56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.

Murrysville Quick Facts

Population 20,817

Median Household Income $121,823

Median Home Value $342,100

Poverty Rate 2.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 51.2 years

Homeownership Rate 91.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 56.7%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 20,817 32nd of 1,991

Median Income $121,823 top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.5% 80% lower than national

Median Home Value $342,100 top 20%

How Murrysville 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	20,839	20,817	-0.1%
Median household income	$120,685	$121,823	+0.9%
Median home value	$316,400	$342,100	+8.1%

How Murrysville Compares

Median Household Income

Murrysville

$121,823

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Murrysville

$342,100

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.3%

$25K-$50K 12.5%

$50K-$100K 24.1%

$100K+ 59.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.1%

$10K-$15K

0.4%

$15K-$20K

0.8%

$20K-$25K

2.1%

$25K-$30K

1.7%

$30K-$35K

2.0%

$35K-$40K

2.3%

$40K-$45K

2.4%

$45K-$50K

4.1%

$50K-$60K

4.7%

$60K-$75K

4.9%

$75K-$100K

14.5%

$100K-$125K

11.1%

$125K-$150K

7.6%

$150K-$200K

14.7%

$200K+

25.6%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

60.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.5%

Renter 8.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,587/mo 15.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.6%

18-34

12.1%

35-54

22.3%

55-74

33.6%

75+

12.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Murrysville Rankings in Pennsylvania

#32 Population of 1,991

#125 Median Income of 1,854

#131 Education of 1,987

#197 Home Value of 1,871

Explore Pennsylvania Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Westmoreland County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Greensburg	14,741	$64,914	14.4%	$184,100
New Kensington	12,011	$49,063	16.0%	$142,000
Lower Burrell	11,633	$84,602	7.8%	$198,600
Jeannette	8,657	$49,188	18.8%	$114,400
Latrobe	7,977	$56,318	16.6%	$145,100
Monessen	6,780	$52,889	20.8%	$95,900
Vandergrift	5,011	$50,901	21.5%	$93,900
Arnold	4,704	$45,417	25.5%	$86,400
Level Green	4,409	$101,602	1.2%	$276,300
Scottdale	4,363	$55,423	14.7%	$156,900

Cities Similar to Murrysville

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Allison Park	22,045	$113,822	$346,900	61.8%	3.6%
Phoenixville	19,452	$102,138	$369,600	56.9%	8.2%
Baldwin	21,057	$80,983	$208,400	33.3%	9.5%
West Chester	20,666	$78,385	$490,700	59.1%	20.4%
King of Prussia	25,857	$117,912	$436,200	65.7%	4.5%

Population Overview

Murrysville is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Westmoreland County. The total population is 20,817. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Murrysville is 51.2 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Murrysville is $121,823. This is 56% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 51% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 79% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $342,100. Housing costs are 34% higher than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Murrysville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Murrysville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.6% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.

Education

56.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Murrysville in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 61% higher 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 97.8%. Notably, 25.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Murrysville, 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 Murrysville, Pennsylvania?

Murrysville, Pennsylvania has a population of 20,817 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Murrysville, PA?

The median household income in Murrysville is $121,823, which is 51% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Murrysville, PA?

The poverty rate in Murrysville is 2.5%. This means approximately 511 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Murrysville, Pennsylvania?

Murrysville's population is 87.6% White, 1.7% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Murrysville, PA?

The median home value in Murrysville is $342,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Murrysville, Pennsylvania?

56.7% of adults (25+) in Murrysville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.