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Saltsburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Saltsburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 738, the 1153rd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

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

Saltsburg Quick Facts

Population 738
Median Household Income $63,750
Median Home Value $174,000
Poverty Rate 11.3%
Unemployment Rate 2.6%
Median Age 34.3 years
Homeownership Rate 72.5%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.8%
High School Graduation Rate 97.3%
Diversity Index 40/100
Population 738 1153rd of 1,991
Median Income $63,750 average
Poverty Rate 11.3% 10% lower than national
Median Home Value $174,000 average

How Saltsburg 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
Population703738+5.0%
Median household income$63,750$63,750+0.0%
Median home value$159,700$174,000+9.0%

How Saltsburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.9%
$25K-$50K 22.8%
$50K-$100K 45.9%
$100K+ 13.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.5%
$10K-$15K
6.3%
$15K-$20K
5.0%
$20K-$25K
4.1%
$25K-$30K
5.5%
$30K-$35K
9.1%
$35K-$40K
1.9%
$40K-$45K
4.1%
$45K-$50K
2.2%
$50K-$60K
8.5%
$60K-$75K
33.2%
$75K-$100K
4.1%
$100K-$125K
6.9%
$125K-$150K
2.2%
$150K-$200K
3.6%
$200K+
0.8%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
67.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.5%
Renter 27.5%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $829/mo 15.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

40out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Saltsburg Rankings in Pennsylvania

#1153 Population of 1,991
#1115 Median Income of 1,854
#378 Education of 1,987
#923 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Indiana County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Indiana 14,212 $40,857 21.7% $135,600
Blairsville 3,215 $56,337 14.7% $105,900
Homer City 1,778 $65,129 8.0% $119,400
Clymer 1,106 $44,044 18.3% $78,000
Chevy Chase Heights 1,101 $51,930 23.0% $136,800
Black Lick 899 $33,234 12.9% $102,200
Dixonville 756 N/A 6.3% $91,300
Jacksonville (Indiana County) 680 $62,000 3.1% $87,400
Rossiter 652 $76,250 10.7% $95,500
Lucerne Mines 615 $70,644 0.2% $136,600

Cities Similar to Saltsburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Gratz745N/A$147,3008.2%25.0%
New Kingstown748N/A$342,60033.2%24.5%
Yukon750N/A$120,1009.6%12.0%
Holiday Pocono743$62,333$206,90017.9%5.4%
Dixonville756N/A$91,30011.8%6.3%

A note before these figures: with a population of 738, Saltsburg'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

Saltsburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Indiana County. The total population is 738. It ranks as the 1153rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Saltsburg is 34.3 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Saltsburg is $63,750. This is 18% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $174,000. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Saltsburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Saltsburg is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 12.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (12.3% vs 3.8%).

Education

37.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher 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 97.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Saltsburg, 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 Saltsburg, Pennsylvania?

Saltsburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 738 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Saltsburg, PA?

The median household income in Saltsburg is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Saltsburg, PA?

The poverty rate in Saltsburg is 11.3%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Saltsburg, Pennsylvania?

Saltsburg's population is 75.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 12.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Saltsburg, PA?

The median home value in Saltsburg is $174,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Saltsburg, Pennsylvania?

37.8% of adults (25+) in Saltsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.