Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,949, the 668th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $51,810, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Southwest Greensburg Quick Facts

Population 1,949

Median Household Income $51,810

Median Home Value $165,900

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 5.1%

Median Age 44.6 years

Homeownership Rate 52.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.5%

High School Graduation Rate 97.6%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 1,949 668th of 1,991

Median Income $51,810 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 18% lower than national

Median Home Value $165,900 average

How Southwest Greensburg 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	1,927	1,949	+1.1%
Median household income	$63,125	$51,810	-17.9%
Median home value	$163,400	$165,900	+1.5%

How Southwest Greensburg Compares

Median Household Income

Southwest Greensburg

$51,810

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Southwest Greensburg

$165,900

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.8%

$25K-$50K 31.2%

$50K-$100K 34.0%

$100K+ 18.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

6.1%

$10K-$15K

2.9%

$15K-$20K

4.3%

$20K-$25K

3.5%

$25K-$30K

9.3%

$30K-$35K

6.8%

$35K-$40K

5.8%

$40K-$45K

4.5%

$45K-$50K

4.8%

$50K-$60K

5.3%

$60K-$75K

13.8%

$75K-$100K

14.9%

$100K-$125K

6.6%

$125K-$150K

6.1%

$150K-$200K

2.9%

$200K+

2.3%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

62.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.5%

Renter 47.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,023/mo 23.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.0%

18-34

21.9%

35-54

27.5%

55-74

20.8%

75+

14.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Southwest Greensburg Rankings in Pennsylvania

#668 Population of 1,991

#1522 Median Income of 1,854

#380 Education of 1,987

#1016 Home Value of 1,871

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Other Cities in Westmoreland County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Murrysville	20,817	$121,823	2.5%	$342,100
Greensburg	14,741	$64,914	14.4%	$184,100
New Kensington	12,011	$49,063	16.0%	$142,000
Lower Burrell	11,633	$84,602	7.8%	$198,600
Jeannette	8,657	$49,188	18.8%	$114,400
Latrobe	7,977	$56,318	16.6%	$145,100
Monessen	6,780	$52,889	20.8%	$95,900
Vandergrift	5,011	$50,901	21.5%	$93,900
Arnold	4,704	$45,417	25.5%	$86,400
Level Green	4,409	$101,602	1.2%	$276,300

Cities Similar to Southwest Greensburg

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lincoln University	2,017	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Glen Lyon	1,925	$48,333	$83,000	19.4%	14.8%
Leechburg	1,985	$48,207	$97,600	15.2%	19.7%
Shippensburg University	2,071	N/A	N/A	43.3%	0.0%
Reynolds Heights	1,845	$51,181	$111,700	6.1%	18.9%

Population Overview

Southwest Greensburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Westmoreland County. The total population is 1,949. It ranks as the 668th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Southwest Greensburg is 44.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 15.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Southwest Greensburg is $51,810. This is 34% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $165,900. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Southwest Greensburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.

Education

37.5% 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 97.6%. Notably, 15.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Southwest Greensburg, 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 Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,949 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Southwest Greensburg, PA?

The median household income in Southwest Greensburg is $51,810, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Southwest Greensburg, PA?

The poverty rate in Southwest Greensburg is 10.3%. This means approximately 200 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

Southwest Greensburg's population is 90.9% White, 1.4% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Southwest Greensburg, PA?

The median home value in Southwest Greensburg is $165,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Southwest Greensburg, Pennsylvania?

37.5% of adults (25+) in Southwest Greensburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.