Salisbury, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Salisbury, Pennsylvania had a total population of 587, the 1272nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $70,341, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.
Salisbury Quick Facts
How Salisbury 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 | 594 | 587 | -1.2% |
| Median household income | $74,583 | $70,341 | -5.7% |
| Median home value | $158,600 | $162,000 | +2.1% |
How Salisbury 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+)
Salisbury Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Somerset County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 5,944 | $47,102 | 17.2% | $163,600 |
| Windber | 3,860 | $52,438 | 13.9% | $99,000 |
| Berlin | 2,481 | $56,574 | 7.2% | $117,900 |
| Meyersdale | 2,103 | $65,772 | 10.0% | $103,800 |
| Boswell | 1,153 | $52,500 | 13.7% | $82,800 |
| Jennerstown | 1,115 | $64,801 | 9.8% | $193,600 |
| Central City | 1,105 | $47,813 | 16.9% | $67,400 |
| Friedens | 1,018 | $57,697 | 4.5% | $163,300 |
| Paint | 842 | $44,167 | 11.2% | $93,800 |
| Davidsville | 826 | N/A | 7.5% | $215,200 |
Cities Similar to Salisbury
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel | 587 | N/A | $118,200 | 11.3% | 51.6% |
| Blaine Hill | 587 | N/A | $158,000 | 7.5% | 46.9% |
| Rauchtown | 586 | $70,000 | $194,200 | 15.0% | 13.1% |
| Grindstone | 580 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 16.6% |
| Rebersburg | 583 | $71,806 | $194,600 | 4.7% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 587, Salisbury'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
Salisbury is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Somerset County. The total population is 587. It ranks as the 1272nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Salisbury is 39.7 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Salisbury is $70,341. This is 10% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $162,000. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Salisbury is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Salisbury has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, Pennsylvania?
Salisbury, Pennsylvania has a population of 587 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Salisbury, PA?
The median household income in Salisbury is $70,341, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Salisbury, PA?
The poverty rate in Salisbury is 9.4%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Salisbury, Pennsylvania?
Salisbury's population is 97.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Salisbury, PA?
The median home value in Salisbury is $162,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Salisbury, Pennsylvania?
19.6% of adults (25+) in Salisbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.