Oswayo, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oswayo, Pennsylvania had a total population of 121, the 1846th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $54,219, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Unemployment rate of 15.4% is notably above the national average.
Oswayo Quick Facts
How Oswayo 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 | 89 | 121 | +36.0% |
| Median household income | $56,875 | $54,219 | -4.7% |
| Median home value | $80,000 | $106,300 | +32.9% |
How Oswayo 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+)
Oswayo Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Potter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coudersport | 2,174 | $51,989 | 13.9% | $130,300 |
| Shinglehouse | 1,076 | $47,315 | 9.0% | $78,400 |
| Galeton | 789 | $70,298 | 13.6% | $104,500 |
| Roulette | 635 | $41,034 | 25.0% | $80,600 |
| Austin | 606 | $43,594 | 14.8% | $89,300 |
| Ulysses | 532 | $34,063 | 22.0% | $104,200 |
| Sweden Valley | 166 | $52,083 | 21.1% | $207,700 |
Cities Similar to Oswayo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffington | 123 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bulger | 119 | N/A | $188,600 | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| Sagamore | 121 | $56,719 | N/A | 4.1% | 3.3% |
| Hazen | 117 | N/A | N/A | 52.2% | 36.8% |
| Kiskimere | 115 | N/A | $154,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 121, Oswayo'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
Oswayo is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Potter County. The total population is 121. It ranks as the 1846th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oswayo is 43.3 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oswayo is $54,219. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 15.4%. This is 192% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $106,300. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Oswayo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oswayo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 Oswayo, 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 Oswayo, Pennsylvania?
Oswayo, Pennsylvania has a population of 121 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oswayo, PA?
The median household income in Oswayo is $54,219, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oswayo, PA?
The poverty rate in Oswayo is 14.9%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oswayo, Pennsylvania?
Oswayo's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oswayo, PA?
The median home value in Oswayo is $106,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Oswayo, Pennsylvania?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Oswayo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.