Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,004, the 996th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $85,552, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Upper Exeter Quick Facts
How Upper Exeter 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 | 970 | 1,004 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $83,429 | $85,552 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $217,500 | $221,700 | +1.9% |
How Upper Exeter 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+)
Upper Exeter Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Luzerne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkes-Barre | 44,423 | $48,515 | 23.1% | $117,200 |
| Hazleton | 30,111 | $46,177 | 25.0% | $151,600 |
| Kingston | 13,397 | $55,347 | 18.3% | $172,900 |
| Mountain Top | 11,850 | $109,535 | 5.8% | $297,700 |
| Nanticoke | 10,653 | $57,462 | 19.4% | $108,100 |
| Pittston | 7,626 | $49,941 | 20.0% | $126,800 |
| Plymouth | 5,770 | $39,167 | 24.1% | $92,500 |
| Exeter | 5,541 | $57,639 | 11.1% | $146,800 |
| West Hazleton | 5,178 | $34,118 | 34.9% | $151,800 |
| Duryea | 5,084 | $62,462 | 22.6% | $157,900 |
Cities Similar to Upper Exeter
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misericordia University | 1,011 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| University of Pittsburgh Bradford | 974 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| DeSales University | 1,052 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 85.7% |
| West Middlesex | 980 | $89,667 | $158,100 | 21.6% | 1.3% |
| Glenburn | 989 | $92,667 | $331,100 | 42.2% | 2.1% |
Population Overview
Upper Exeter is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. The total population is 1,004. It ranks as the 996th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Upper Exeter is 29.4 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Upper Exeter is $85,552. This is 10% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $221,700. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Upper Exeter is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Upper Exeter has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Upper Exeter, 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 Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania?
Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,004 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Upper Exeter, PA?
The median household income in Upper Exeter is $85,552, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Upper Exeter, PA?
The poverty rate in Upper Exeter is 8.3%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania?
Upper Exeter's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Upper Exeter, PA?
The median home value in Upper Exeter is $221,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Upper Exeter, Pennsylvania?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Upper Exeter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.