New Kingstown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Kingstown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 748, the 1139th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 24.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
New Kingstown Quick Facts
How New Kingstown 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 | 439 | 748 | +70.4% |
| Median home value | $217,300 | $342,600 | +57.7% |
How New Kingstown 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 Kingstown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Cumberland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle | 21,852 | $61,720 | 15.1% | $224,100 |
| Mechanicsburg | 9,720 | $84,421 | 5.6% | $241,200 |
| Camp Hill | 8,169 | $115,761 | 6.6% | $316,300 |
| Lower Allen | 7,646 | $88,533 | 7.0% | $263,200 |
| New Cumberland | 7,580 | $82,154 | 10.3% | $244,500 |
| Enola | 6,534 | $72,135 | 5.0% | $171,700 |
| Shippensburg | 5,620 | $51,503 | 10.8% | $177,700 |
| Schlusser | 5,402 | $92,234 | 7.8% | $241,000 |
| Lemoyne | 4,742 | $62,086 | 12.5% | $241,300 |
| Boiling Springs | 3,334 | $126,927 | 5.7% | $379,900 |
Cities Similar to New Kingstown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conneautville | 748 | $54,375 | $98,800 | 7.8% | 33.5% |
| New Milford | 748 | $56,875 | $159,900 | 14.3% | 12.3% |
| Nuangola | 748 | $90,278 | $259,700 | 37.5% | 6.3% |
| South Fork | 749 | $46,250 | $57,900 | 11.2% | 23.4% |
| Yatesville | 749 | $108,125 | $182,600 | 42.8% | 2.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 748, New Kingstown'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 Kingstown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cumberland County. The total population is 748. It ranks as the 1139th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Kingstown is 42.0 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.5%. This is 109% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in New Kingstown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $342,600. Housing costs are 35% higher than the state median of $254,500. 57.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in New Kingstown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Asian residents account for 20.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (20.4% vs 3.8%).
Education
33.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Kingstown, 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 Kingstown, Pennsylvania?
New Kingstown, Pennsylvania has a population of 748 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Kingstown, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for New Kingstown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Kingstown, PA?
The poverty rate in New Kingstown is 24.5%. This means approximately 183 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Kingstown, Pennsylvania?
New Kingstown's population is 79.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 20.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Kingstown, PA?
The median home value in New Kingstown is $342,600.
How educated is New Kingstown, Pennsylvania?
33.2% of adults (25+) in New Kingstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.