West Mayfield, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, West Mayfield, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,332, the 848th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $54,731, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
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 2.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.6% is notably above the national average.
West Mayfield Quick Facts
How West Mayfield 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 | 1,326 | 1,332 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $51,688 | $54,731 | +5.9% |
| Median home value | $141,600 | $136,800 | -3.4% |
How West Mayfield 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+)
West Mayfield Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Beaver County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliquippa | 9,079 | $50,188 | 22.9% | $98,400 |
| Economy | 9,005 | $95,313 | 6.5% | $250,800 |
| Beaver Falls | 8,850 | $49,924 | 20.9% | $92,100 |
| Ellwood City | 7,532 | $67,138 | 9.5% | $122,800 |
| Ambridge | 6,890 | $51,537 | 15.5% | $98,200 |
| New Brighton | 5,567 | $52,939 | 16.1% | $109,200 |
| Monaca | 5,519 | $73,538 | 10.5% | $162,700 |
| Beaver | 4,374 | $81,156 | 6.1% | $254,100 |
| Baden | 3,843 | $63,400 | 8.4% | $150,400 |
| Rochester | 3,422 | $43,080 | 23.5% | $116,800 |
Cities Similar to West Mayfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Vincent College | 1,326 | N/A | N/A | 78.0% | 58.7% |
| Flemington | 1,322 | $53,824 | $158,000 | 19.9% | 17.6% |
| Collinsburg | 1,328 | $56,616 | $140,600 | 14.1% | 16.1% |
| Clay | 1,362 | N/A | $277,400 | 13.7% | 11.3% |
| Mill Hall | 1,364 | $54,333 | $151,700 | 16.0% | 16.1% |
Population Overview
West Mayfield is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Beaver County. The total population is 1,332. It ranks as the 848th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in West Mayfield is 40.5 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in West Mayfield is $54,731. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 10.6%. This is 102% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $136,800. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, West Mayfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
West Mayfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
10.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for West Mayfield, 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 West Mayfield, Pennsylvania?
West Mayfield, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,332 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in West Mayfield, PA?
The median household income in West Mayfield is $54,731, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in West Mayfield, PA?
The poverty rate in West Mayfield is 7.6%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of West Mayfield, Pennsylvania?
West Mayfield's population is 95.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in West Mayfield, PA?
The median home value in West Mayfield is $136,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is West Mayfield, Pennsylvania?
10.6% of adults (25+) in West Mayfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.