New Albany, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Albany, Pennsylvania had a total population of 358, the 1506th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $77,273, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
New Albany Quick Facts
How New Albany 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 | 318 | 358 | +12.6% |
| Median household income | $72,750 | $77,273 | +6.2% |
How New Albany 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+)
New Albany Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Bradford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sayre | 5,431 | $50,801 | 7.8% | $169,500 |
| Athens | 3,243 | $53,000 | 12.8% | $167,200 |
| Towanda | 2,791 | $60,888 | 12.6% | $166,900 |
| Canton | 1,531 | $42,132 | 22.2% | $126,300 |
| Troy | 1,408 | $51,016 | 29.7% | $155,900 |
| South Waverly | 1,069 | $87,813 | 8.6% | $162,300 |
| Wyalusing | 653 | $43,636 | 17.1% | $157,100 |
| Monroe | 621 | $53,947 | 12.4% | $174,000 |
| Greens Landing | 593 | $69,219 | 33.1% | $119,000 |
| Rome | 547 | $55,000 | 25.8% | $150,000 |
Cities Similar to New Albany
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coalport | 354 | $75,294 | $57,800 | 9.9% | 15.8% |
| Rogersville | 350 | $78,173 | $139,800 | 16.5% | 19.7% |
| Middleport | 362 | $74,375 | $117,600 | 23.1% | 7.7% |
| Cashtown | 346 | N/A | $298,800 | 10.7% | 14.4% |
| Parkhill | 346 | N/A | $108,300 | 41.5% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 358, New Albany's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
New Albany is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Bradford County. The total population is 358. It ranks as the 1506th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Albany is 27.8 years. This is 32% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 30.4% of the population under 18, New Albany has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Albany is $77,273. This is about the same as the state median of $77,971. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 58.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
New Albany has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
5.2% 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 85% 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 97.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Albany, 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 New Albany, Pennsylvania?
New Albany, Pennsylvania has a population of 358 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Albany, PA?
The median household income in New Albany is $77,273, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Albany, PA?
The poverty rate in New Albany is 13.5%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Albany, Pennsylvania?
New Albany's population is 94.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Albany, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for New Albany — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is New Albany, Pennsylvania?
5.2% of adults (25+) in New Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.