Tyrone, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tyrone, Pennsylvania had a total population of 5,377, the 249th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $57,226, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
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 2.4x.
Tyrone Quick Facts
How Tyrone 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 | 5,421 | 5,377 | -0.8% |
| Median household income | $55,568 | $57,226 | +3.0% |
| Median home value | $122,000 | $139,800 | +14.6% |
How Tyrone 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+)
Tyrone Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Blair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona | 43,196 | $51,250 | 16.6% | $119,900 |
| Hollidaysburg | 5,558 | $69,458 | 8.2% | $196,100 |
| Greenwood | 2,853 | $73,250 | 4.9% | $140,300 |
| Penn Farms | 2,508 | $89,867 | 3.9% | $348,900 |
| Roaring Spring | 2,335 | $62,738 | 13.4% | $142,200 |
| Loop | 2,039 | $91,818 | 4.7% | $245,300 |
| Martinsburg | 1,741 | $71,307 | 8.5% | $157,200 |
| Bellwood | 1,691 | $52,305 | 16.3% | $145,700 |
| Lakemont | 1,644 | $52,955 | 13.1% | $157,100 |
| Claysburg | 1,244 | $53,650 | 23.0% | $159,500 |
Cities Similar to Tyrone
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 5,541 | $57,639 | $146,800 | 26.4% | 11.1% |
| Lewisburg | 5,257 | $54,767 | $235,200 | 42.2% | 20.8% |
| Schuylkill Haven | 5,253 | $54,167 | $132,400 | 20.3% | 4.0% |
| Coraopolis | 5,417 | $63,828 | $169,700 | 32.1% | 11.5% |
| Greenville | 5,523 | $52,661 | $115,100 | 29.1% | 16.5% |
Population Overview
Tyrone is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Blair County. The total population is 5,377. It ranks as the 249th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tyrone is 40.3 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tyrone is $57,226. This is 27% 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 11.5%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $139,800. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Tyrone is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Tyrone has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tyrone, 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 Tyrone, Pennsylvania?
Tyrone, Pennsylvania has a population of 5,377 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tyrone, PA?
The median household income in Tyrone is $57,226, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tyrone, PA?
The poverty rate in Tyrone is 11.5%. This means approximately 600 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tyrone, Pennsylvania?
Tyrone's population is 94.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tyrone, PA?
The median home value in Tyrone is $139,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Tyrone, Pennsylvania?
15.6% of adults (25+) in Tyrone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.