Parryville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Parryville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 445, the 1404th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $62,250, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Parryville Quick Facts
How Parryville 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 | 386 | 445 | +15.3% |
| Median household income | $62,917 | $62,250 | -1.1% |
| Median home value | $184,000 | $180,300 | -2.0% |
How Parryville 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+)
Parryville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Carbon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmerton | 5,622 | $68,143 | 15.9% | $180,000 |
| Lehighton | 5,268 | $64,651 | 12.9% | $213,600 |
| Jim Thorpe | 4,540 | $72,904 | 7.6% | $209,800 |
| Lansford | 4,156 | $44,713 | 23.8% | $55,800 |
| Nesquehoning | 3,344 | $61,354 | 12.9% | $122,500 |
| Summit Hill | 3,137 | $65,268 | 24.0% | $99,700 |
| Weatherly | 2,551 | $52,125 | 22.3% | $163,200 |
| Towamensing Trails | 1,716 | $81,429 | 6.8% | $308,400 |
| Weissport East | 1,646 | $54,837 | 10.3% | $193,500 |
| Bowmanstown | 968 | $68,365 | 8.4% | $191,900 |
Cities Similar to Parryville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Britain | 439 | N/A | $363,600 | 26.9% | 4.5% |
| Mechanicsville | 448 | $61,250 | $120,800 | 13.1% | 9.7% |
| Hostetter | 453 | $62,125 | $214,300 | 30.9% | 17.2% |
| Summerville | 436 | $61,875 | $79,000 | 17.1% | 9.8% |
| Rowes Run | 449 | $64,083 | $63,000 | 17.8% | 14.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 445, Parryville'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
Parryville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Carbon County. The total population is 445. It ranks as the 1404th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Parryville is 45.8 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Parryville is $62,250. This is 20% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $180,300. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Parryville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Parryville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.
Education
9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Parryville, 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 Parryville, Pennsylvania?
Parryville, Pennsylvania has a population of 445 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Parryville, PA?
The median household income in Parryville is $62,250, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Parryville, PA?
The poverty rate in Parryville is 5.6%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Parryville, Pennsylvania?
Parryville's population is 94.8% White, 0.4% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Parryville, PA?
The median home value in Parryville is $180,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Parryville, Pennsylvania?
9.2% of adults (25+) in Parryville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.