Scalp Level, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scalp Level, Pennsylvania had a total population of 791, the 1110th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $49,861, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Scalp Level Quick Facts
How Scalp Level 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 | 702 | 791 | +12.7% |
| Median household income | $46,813 | $49,861 | +6.5% |
| Median home value | $68,700 | $86,700 | +26.2% |
How Scalp Level 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+)
Scalp Level Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Cambria County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 18,087 | $37,888 | 31.9% | $45,400 |
| Westmont | 4,855 | $108,988 | 7.8% | $180,800 |
| Elim | 3,759 | $65,482 | 5.8% | $113,000 |
| Northern Cambria | 3,494 | $54,673 | 29.2% | $93,100 |
| Ebensburg | 3,321 | $58,179 | 9.5% | $174,700 |
| Belmont | 2,618 | $69,146 | 8.5% | $144,900 |
| Nanty-Glo | 2,598 | $51,604 | 19.5% | $83,700 |
| Geistown | 2,507 | $63,958 | 6.9% | $154,700 |
| Portage | 2,495 | $45,556 | 23.2% | $94,800 |
| Southmont | 2,059 | $73,400 | 9.3% | $125,800 |
Cities Similar to Scalp Level
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | 792 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Stoneboro | 785 | $50,625 | $112,700 | 16.3% | 16.6% |
| North Irwin | 799 | $49,063 | $140,800 | 21.3% | 9.9% |
| Lenkerville | 775 | N/A | N/A | 9.9% | 68.1% |
| Stevens | 799 | $48,750 | N/A | 12.3% | 34.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 791, Scalp Level'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
Scalp Level is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cambria County. The total population is 791. It ranks as the 1110th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scalp Level is 38.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scalp Level is $49,861. This is 36% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 66% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $86,700. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Scalp Level is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Scalp Level was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.2% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 89.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scalp Level, 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 Scalp Level, Pennsylvania?
Scalp Level, Pennsylvania has a population of 791 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scalp Level, PA?
The median household income in Scalp Level is $49,861, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scalp Level, PA?
The poverty rate in Scalp Level is 19.4%. This means approximately 153 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scalp Level, Pennsylvania?
Scalp Level's population is 99.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scalp Level, PA?
The median home value in Scalp Level is $86,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Scalp Level, Pennsylvania?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Scalp Level hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.