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Perryopolis, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Perryopolis, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,529, the 779th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $61,319, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Perryopolis Quick Facts

Population 1,529
Median Household Income $61,319
Median Home Value $163,700
Poverty Rate 12.0%
Unemployment Rate 4.7%
Median Age 46.3 years
Homeownership Rate 77.4%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.4%
High School Graduation Rate 94.1%
Diversity Index 11/100
Population 1,529 779th of 1,991
Median Income $61,319 below average
Poverty Rate 12.0% 4% lower than national
Median Home Value $163,700 average

How Perryopolis Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,4831,529+3.1%
Median household income$56,607$61,319+8.3%
Median home value$176,300$163,700-7.1%

How Perryopolis Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.7%
$25K-$50K 19.9%
$50K-$100K 30.0%
$100K+ 28.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
7.3%
$10K-$15K
2.3%
$15K-$20K
4.1%
$20K-$25K
8.0%
$25K-$30K
6.9%
$30K-$35K
5.0%
$35K-$40K
1.3%
$40K-$45K
3.6%
$45K-$50K
3.1%
$50K-$60K
5.7%
$60K-$75K
11.6%
$75K-$100K
12.7%
$100K-$125K
14.7%
$125K-$150K
3.7%
$150K-$200K
6.9%
$200K+
3.1%

Employment

4.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
62.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.4%
Renter 22.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $772/mo 15.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

11out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Perryopolis Rankings in Pennsylvania

#779 Population of 1,991
#1204 Median Income of 1,854
#751 Education of 1,987
#1036 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Fayette County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Uniontown 9,742 $35,454 27.8% $87,700
Connellsville 6,849 $45,721 16.3% $122,900
Masontown 3,201 $53,676 31.7% $126,300
Leith-Hatfield 2,577 $91,823 5.4% $296,700
Brownsville 2,412 $31,810 31.6% $69,400
Oliver 2,393 $55,602 25.1% $144,400
East Uniontown 2,195 $48,305 25.6% $114,800
South Connellsville 1,807 $48,250 21.3% $112,000
Hopwood 1,767 $44,321 11.3% $190,600
Hiller 1,536 $78,015 15.1% $121,300

Cities Similar to Perryopolis

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Orchard Hills1,546$61,442$125,80018.6%14.0%
Palmdale1,542$62,628$261,40028.5%27.1%
Nescopeck1,486$62,833$168,20023.7%9.1%
Montgomery1,564$63,936$145,90018.3%5.3%
Ferndale1,517$56,625$83,30021.8%14.9%

Population Overview

Perryopolis is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Fayette County. The total population is 1,529. It ranks as the 779th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Perryopolis is 46.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 12.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Perryopolis is $61,319. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $163,700. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Perryopolis is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Perryopolis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.

Education

26.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 94.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Perryopolis, 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 Perryopolis, Pennsylvania?

Perryopolis, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,529 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Perryopolis, PA?

The median household income in Perryopolis is $61,319, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Perryopolis, PA?

The poverty rate in Perryopolis is 12.0%. This means approximately 183 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Perryopolis, Pennsylvania?

Perryopolis's population is 94.2% White, 0.3% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Perryopolis, PA?

The median home value in Perryopolis is $163,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Perryopolis, Pennsylvania?

26.4% of adults (25+) in Perryopolis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.