Timblin, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Timblin, Pennsylvania had a total population of 185, the 1744th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Timblin Quick Facts
How Timblin 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 | 187 | 185 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $59,375 | $57,500 | -3.2% |
| Median home value | $49,500 | $55,000 | +11.1% |
How Timblin 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+)
Timblin Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney | 5,665 | $42,183 | 20.8% | $99,000 |
| Brookville | 3,946 | $60,214 | 12.8% | $133,200 |
| Reynoldsville | 2,431 | $52,917 | 19.8% | $95,400 |
| Brockway | 2,191 | $56,563 | 11.7% | $133,800 |
| Sykesville | 895 | $45,208 | 14.1% | $91,200 |
| Big Run | 505 | $60,625 | 20.5% | $107,700 |
| Summerville | 436 | $61,875 | 9.8% | $79,000 |
| Corsica | 378 | $50,972 | 15.2% | $111,800 |
| Crenshaw | 280 | $76,000 | 10.0% | $174,000 |
| Worthville | 49 | $82,500 | 2.0% | $140,600 |
Cities Similar to Timblin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locust Gap | 188 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 33.0% |
| Petrolia | 186 | $56,250 | $95,000 | 6.9% | 8.6% |
| Hinkletown | 181 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sandy Ridge | 181 | N/A | N/A | 22.1% | 28.2% |
| Baileyville | 190 | N/A | $227,400 | 54.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 185, Timblin'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
Timblin is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Jefferson County. The total population is 185. It ranks as the 1744th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Timblin is 25.8 years. This is 37% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 34.1% of the population under 18, Timblin has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Timblin is $57,500. This is 26% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $55,000. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Timblin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Timblin has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
8.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 80.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Timblin, 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 Timblin, Pennsylvania?
Timblin, Pennsylvania has a population of 185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Timblin, PA?
The median household income in Timblin is $57,500, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Timblin, PA?
The poverty rate in Timblin is 15.7%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Timblin, Pennsylvania?
Timblin's population is 93.0% White, 0.0% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Timblin, PA?
The median home value in Timblin is $55,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Timblin, Pennsylvania?
8.5% of adults (25+) in Timblin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.