Quakertown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Quakertown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 9,319, the 101st largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $85,959, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Quakertown Quick Facts
How Quakertown 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 | 9,298 | 9,319 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $70,978 | $85,959 | +21.1% |
| Median home value | $253,200 | $278,500 | +10.0% |
How Quakertown 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+)
Quakertown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Bucks County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levittown | 50,926 | $105,071 | 7.0% | $341,300 |
| Bristol | 9,902 | $76,042 | 8.6% | $271,100 |
| Morrisville | 9,752 | $99,526 | 8.6% | $292,200 |
| Croydon | 9,684 | $70,308 | 10.9% | $293,700 |
| Perkasie | 9,216 | $93,845 | 6.7% | $372,100 |
| Fairless Hills | 8,827 | $80,807 | 13.2% | $358,800 |
| Doylestown | 8,341 | $99,322 | 5.5% | $527,700 |
| Richboro | 6,963 | $159,007 | 0.8% | $559,700 |
| Newtown Grant | 6,193 | $168,750 | 4.8% | $583,600 |
| Churchville | 6,084 | $192,519 | 5.8% | $657,000 |
Cities Similar to Quakertown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East York | 9,388 | $88,021 | $232,700 | 43.2% | 6.3% |
| Sanatoga | 8,949 | $86,746 | $308,500 | 37.3% | 14.6% |
| Lititz | 9,619 | $88,576 | $299,900 | 43.0% | 4.1% |
| Mechanicsburg | 9,720 | $84,421 | $241,200 | 42.9% | 5.6% |
| Perkasie | 9,216 | $93,845 | $372,100 | 43.5% | 6.7% |
Population Overview
Quakertown is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Bucks County. The total population is 9,319. It ranks as the 101st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Quakertown is 37.2 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Quakertown is $85,959. This is 10% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 37% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $278,500. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 54.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Quakertown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.7%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.7% vs 8.7%).
Education
22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Quakertown, 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 Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
Quakertown, Pennsylvania has a population of 9,319 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Quakertown, PA?
The median household income in Quakertown is $85,959, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Quakertown, PA?
The poverty rate in Quakertown is 10.2%. This means approximately 926 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
Quakertown's population is 76.4% White, 3.4% Black, 13.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Quakertown, PA?
The median home value in Quakertown is $278,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
22.3% of adults (25+) in Quakertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.