Newtown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newtown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 275, the 1622nd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $67,917, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
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 1.4x.
Newtown Quick Facts
How Newtown 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 | 236 | 275 | +16.5% |
| Median household income | $85,000 | $67,917 | -20.1% |
| Median home value | $88,900 | $93,800 | +5.5% |
How Newtown 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+)
Newtown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Schuylkill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottsville | 13,364 | $54,332 | 19.9% | $100,500 |
| Tamaqua | 6,924 | $46,176 | 26.7% | $83,700 |
| Schuylkill Haven | 5,253 | $54,167 | 4.0% | $132,400 |
| Minersville | 4,396 | $53,416 | 27.0% | $82,300 |
| Shenandoah | 4,146 | $45,294 | 27.7% | $49,500 |
| Frackville | 3,878 | $56,866 | 18.8% | $103,400 |
| Mahanoy City | 3,507 | $37,727 | 35.9% | $52,400 |
| Lake Wynonah | 3,036 | $98,639 | 1.6% | $258,200 |
| Orwigsburg | 3,005 | $84,063 | 3.6% | $213,200 |
| St. Clair | 2,754 | $64,304 | 7.8% | $71,800 |
Cities Similar to Newtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daisytown | 277 | $68,036 | $86,900 | 28.8% | 5.4% |
| Tunnelhill | 278 | $68,750 | $103,600 | 16.7% | 13.7% |
| Millsboro | 282 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 22.3% |
| Greensboro | 285 | N/A | $82,500 | 42.2% | 6.7% |
| Mineral Springs | 278 | $71,806 | $82,400 | 9.8% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 275, Newtown'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
Newtown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Schuylkill County. The total population is 275. It ranks as the 1622nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newtown is 52.0 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newtown is $67,917. This is 13% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Newtown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $93,800. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Newtown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 98.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Newtown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
12.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newtown, 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 Newtown, Pennsylvania?
Newtown, Pennsylvania has a population of 275 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newtown, PA?
The median household income in Newtown is $67,917, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newtown, PA?
The poverty rate in Newtown is 7.0%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newtown, Pennsylvania?
Newtown's population is 98.9% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newtown, PA?
The median home value in Newtown is $93,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Newtown, Pennsylvania?
12.6% of adults (25+) in Newtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.