Waller, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waller, Pennsylvania had a total population of 72, the 1920th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 38.9%.
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 (38.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.
Waller Quick Facts
How Waller 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 | 70 | 72 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $214,700 | $213,900 | -0.4% |
How Waller 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+)
Waller Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomsburg | 13,024 | $51,536 | 26.5% | $179,100 |
| Berwick | 10,317 | $49,800 | 16.5% | $156,500 |
| Espy | 1,624 | $79,038 | 2.3% | $166,900 |
| Catawissa | 1,536 | $51,992 | 16.4% | $145,900 |
| Almedia | 1,271 | $67,361 | 21.6% | $194,000 |
| Mifflinville | 1,193 | $48,173 | 15.3% | $215,300 |
| Lightstreet | 1,156 | $70,739 | 10.2% | $168,400 |
| Millville | 943 | $65,469 | 21.8% | $218,100 |
| Lime Ridge | 842 | $63,148 | 18.3% | $208,100 |
| Briar Creek | 828 | $42,647 | 39.8% | $160,400 |
Cities Similar to Waller
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clappertown | 73 | $71,250 | $175,000 | 13.8% | 5.5% |
| Mapletown | 71 | $88,750 | $78,300 | 44.4% | 14.1% |
| Homewood | 75 | $41,607 | $112,500 | 11.1% | 8.0% |
| Lumber City | 75 | N/A | $89,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| New Morgan | 75 | N/A | N/A | 34.8% | 4.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 72, Waller'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
Waller is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Columbia County. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 1920th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waller is 32.3 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 38.9%. This is 232% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Waller, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $213,900. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $254,500. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Waller 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
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Waller in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 42% 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 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waller, 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 Waller, Pennsylvania?
Waller, Pennsylvania has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waller, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Waller — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waller, PA?
The poverty rate in Waller is 38.9%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waller, Pennsylvania?
Waller's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waller, PA?
The median home value in Waller is $213,900.
How educated is Waller, Pennsylvania?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Waller hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.