Pennwyn, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pennwyn, Pennsylvania had a total population of 384, the 1480th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 26.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 15.0% is notably above the national average.
Pennwyn Quick Facts
How Pennwyn 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 | 482 | 384 | -20.3% |
| Median home value | $193,500 | $186,700 | -3.5% |
How Pennwyn 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Pennwyn 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 Pennwyn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applewold | 385 | $61,250 | $189,100 | 30.8% | 15.1% |
| Fayette City | 386 | $57,443 | $76,400 | 15.7% | 18.5% |
| Rockhill | 386 | $74,107 | $157,100 | 11.9% | 5.5% |
| South Bethlehem | 382 | $44,250 | $109,400 | 17.7% | 13.9% |
| Olivia | 387 | $100,775 | $215,500 | 83.8% | 2.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 384, Pennwyn'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
Pennwyn is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Berks County. The total population is 384. It ranks as the 1480th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pennwyn is 45.5 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 32.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.6%. This is 127% 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 unemployment rate is 15.0%. This is 185% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $186,700. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $254,500. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pennwyn is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.0% of the population.
Education
27.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 66.0%. Notably, 20.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pennwyn, 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 Pennwyn, Pennsylvania?
Pennwyn, Pennsylvania has a population of 384 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pennwyn, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pennwyn — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pennwyn, PA?
The poverty rate in Pennwyn is 26.6%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pennwyn, Pennsylvania?
Pennwyn's population is 69.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pennwyn, PA?
The median home value in Pennwyn is $186,700.
How educated is Pennwyn, Pennsylvania?
27.2% of adults (25+) in Pennwyn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 20.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.