Vail, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vail, Pennsylvania had a total population of 23, the 1975th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 65.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (65.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 65.2% is notably above the national average.
Vail Quick Facts
How Vail 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 | 11 | 23 | +109.1% |
How Vail Compares
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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+)
Vail 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 |
| Tyrone | 5,377 | $57,226 | 11.5% | $139,800 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Vail
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jugtown | 23 | N/A | $165,000 | 10.0% | 0.0% |
| Royer | 23 | $81,250 | $187,500 | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| Callimont | 21 | $81,250 | $137,500 | 26.3% | 9.5% |
| Gray (Blair County) | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hublersburg | 26 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 23, Vail'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
Vail is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Blair County. The total population is 23. It ranks as the 1975th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 65.2%. This is 457% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 65.2%. This is 1140% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Vail was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 34.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Vail, 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 Vail, Pennsylvania?
Vail, Pennsylvania has a population of 23 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vail, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Vail — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vail, PA?
The poverty rate in Vail is 65.2%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vail, Pennsylvania?
Vail's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vail, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vail — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vail, Pennsylvania?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Vail hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.