Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania had a total population of 872, the 1058th largest community in Pennsylvania.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Penn State Berks Quick Facts
How Penn State Berks 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 | 852 | 872 | +2.3% |
How Penn State Berks Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Penn State Berks Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Berks County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 95,242 | $44,091 | 28.7% | $121,300 |
| Wyomissing | 11,172 | $93,203 | 7.3% | $339,900 |
| Blandon | 7,357 | $109,417 | 5.2% | $290,700 |
| Shillington | 5,492 | $79,922 | 16.7% | $203,500 |
| Pennside | 5,407 | $77,192 | 6.1% | $207,600 |
| Whitfield | 5,226 | $126,740 | 6.1% | $311,700 |
| Birdsboro | 5,116 | $86,290 | 18.1% | $224,000 |
| Lorane | 4,601 | $84,293 | 6.5% | $259,900 |
| Reiffton | 4,575 | $128,750 | 3.9% | $318,500 |
| West Reading | 4,562 | $65,885 | 14.8% | $173,100 |
Cities Similar to Penn State Berks
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reedsville | 872 | $124,432 | $66,400 | 32.5% | 0.0% |
| Farmersville | 870 | $52,481 | $421,000 | 17.8% | 2.5% |
| Natrona | 869 | $49,926 | $46,100 | 8.9% | 15.8% |
| Chicora | 876 | $65,813 | $155,100 | 21.8% | 7.4% |
| Hummels Wharf | 876 | $66,661 | $183,500 | 23.3% | 3.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 872, Penn State Berks'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
Penn State Berks is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Berks County. The total population is 872. It ranks as the 1058th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Penn State Berks is 19.5 years. This is 52% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 2.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 5.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Penn State Berks is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.4%.
Education
0.0% 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. 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 Penn State Berks, 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 Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania?
Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania has a population of 872 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Penn State Berks, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Penn State Berks — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania?
Penn State Berks's population is 68.5% White, 13.4% Black, 9.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Penn State Berks, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Penn State Berks — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Penn State Berks, Pennsylvania?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Penn State Berks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.