Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 145, the 1808th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 55.2%.
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 (55.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 26.7% is notably above the national average.
Rehrersburg Quick Facts
How Rehrersburg 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 | 231 | 145 | -37.2% |
How Rehrersburg 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+)
Rehrersburg 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 Rehrersburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassville | 145 | $52,292 | $163,400 | 7.5% | 33.8% |
| Crown | 145 | $58,295 | $137,500 | 17.1% | 17.9% |
| Laurel Lake | 144 | $101,500 | $189,600 | 25.7% | 2.8% |
| Slickville | 147 | $52,069 | $105,300 | 8.3% | 9.5% |
| Wellersburg | 147 | $57,500 | $156,300 | 18.3% | 16.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 145, Rehrersburg'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
Rehrersburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Berks County. The total population is 145. It ranks as the 1808th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rehrersburg is 40.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.2%. This is 371% 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 26.7%. This is 407% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 61.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Rehrersburg is Hispanic or Latino, making up 51.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 44.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (51.0% vs 8.7%).
Education
35.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 96.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rehrersburg, 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 Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania?
Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 145 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rehrersburg, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rehrersburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rehrersburg, PA?
The poverty rate in Rehrersburg is 55.2%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania?
Rehrersburg's population is 44.8% White, 0.0% Black, 51.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rehrersburg, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rehrersburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania?
35.2% of adults (25+) in Rehrersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.