Schellsburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Schellsburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 342, the 1526th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $81,250, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.5%.
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 1.7x.
Schellsburg Quick Facts
How Schellsburg 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 | 325 | 342 | +5.2% |
| Median household income | $67,917 | $81,250 | +19.6% |
| Median home value | $120,600 | $136,900 | +13.5% |
How Schellsburg 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+)
Schellsburg Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Bedford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford | 2,851 | $41,375 | 12.5% | $182,000 |
| Everett | 2,052 | $38,565 | 24.5% | $120,000 |
| Earlston | 1,259 | $78,490 | 3.6% | $167,200 |
| Hyndman | 850 | $56,429 | 11.9% | $99,700 |
| Saxton | 791 | $31,875 | 35.8% | $119,600 |
| Stonerstown | 430 | $62,614 | 6.8% | $139,700 |
| Woodbury | 346 | $47,708 | 33.7% | $159,900 |
| Defiance | 316 | $90,694 | 3.6% | $87,400 |
| Manns Choice | 315 | $65,179 | 15.6% | $91,000 |
| New Paris | 225 | $62,813 | 28.4% | $106,800 |
Cities Similar to Schellsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohrsville | 341 | N/A | $245,600 | 32.9% | 0.0% |
| Centerport | 342 | $79,688 | $278,600 | 22.3% | 11.1% |
| Cashtown | 346 | N/A | $298,800 | 10.7% | 14.4% |
| Parkhill | 346 | N/A | $108,300 | 41.5% | 9.0% |
| Railroad | 335 | N/A | $239,300 | 11.2% | 15.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 342, Schellsburg'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
Schellsburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Bedford County. The total population is 342. It ranks as the 1526th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Schellsburg is 44.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Schellsburg is $81,250. This is 4% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.5%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Schellsburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $136,900. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Schellsburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Schellsburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Schellsburg, 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 Schellsburg, Pennsylvania?
Schellsburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 342 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Schellsburg, PA?
The median household income in Schellsburg is $81,250, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Schellsburg, PA?
The poverty rate in Schellsburg is 15.5%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Schellsburg, Pennsylvania?
Schellsburg's population is 95.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Schellsburg, PA?
The median home value in Schellsburg is $136,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Schellsburg, Pennsylvania?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Schellsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.