Seltzer, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Seltzer, Pennsylvania had a total population of 321, the 1558th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $111,250, which is 43% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
Seltzer Quick Facts
How Seltzer 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 | 343 | 321 | -6.4% |
| Median household income | $108,869 | $111,250 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $122,100 | $117,400 | -3.8% |
How Seltzer 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+)
Seltzer Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Schuylkill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottsville | 13,364 | $54,332 | 19.9% | $100,500 |
| Tamaqua | 6,924 | $46,176 | 26.7% | $83,700 |
| Schuylkill Haven | 5,253 | $54,167 | 4.0% | $132,400 |
| Minersville | 4,396 | $53,416 | 27.0% | $82,300 |
| Shenandoah | 4,146 | $45,294 | 27.7% | $49,500 |
| Frackville | 3,878 | $56,866 | 18.8% | $103,400 |
| Mahanoy City | 3,507 | $37,727 | 35.9% | $52,400 |
| Lake Wynonah | 3,036 | $98,639 | 1.6% | $258,200 |
| Orwigsburg | 3,005 | $84,063 | 3.6% | $213,200 |
| St. Clair | 2,754 | $64,304 | 7.8% | $71,800 |
Cities Similar to Seltzer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrville | 322 | N/A | $209,200 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Drifting | 318 | $113,824 | $327,500 | 36.2% | 0.0% |
| Cheyney University | 308 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Railroad | 335 | N/A | $239,300 | 11.2% | 15.5% |
| Mohrsville | 341 | N/A | $245,600 | 32.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 321, Seltzer'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
Seltzer is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Schuylkill County. The total population is 321. It ranks as the 1558th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Seltzer is 29.7 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Seltzer is $111,250. This is 43% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 38% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Seltzer. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Seltzer, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $117,400. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Seltzer is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Seltzer has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents.
Education
13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Seltzer, 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 Seltzer, Pennsylvania?
Seltzer, Pennsylvania has a population of 321 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Seltzer, PA?
The median household income in Seltzer is $111,250, which is 38% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Seltzer, PA?
The ACS sample for Seltzer recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Seltzer, Pennsylvania?
Seltzer's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Seltzer, PA?
The median home value in Seltzer is $117,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Seltzer, Pennsylvania?
13.9% of adults (25+) in Seltzer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.