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West Wyoming, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, West Wyoming, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,662, the 528th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $66,382, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

West Wyoming Quick Facts

Population 2,662
Median Household Income $66,382
Median Home Value $172,300
Poverty Rate 13.6%
Unemployment Rate 6.0%
Median Age 47.6 years
Homeownership Rate 79.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.5%
High School Graduation Rate 95.6%
Diversity Index 5/100
Population 2,662 528th of 1,991
Median Income $66,382 average
Poverty Rate 13.6% 9% higher than national
Median Home Value $172,300 average

How West Wyoming Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,6532,662+0.3%
Median household income$63,304$66,382+4.9%
Median home value$156,400$172,300+10.2%

How West Wyoming Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%
$25K-$50K 17.9%
$50K-$100K 31.9%
$100K+ 35.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.1%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
3.9%
$20K-$25K
4.4%
$25K-$30K
5.9%
$30K-$35K
4.1%
$35K-$40K
0.5%
$40K-$45K
3.0%
$45K-$50K
4.4%
$50K-$60K
8.9%
$60K-$75K
14.9%
$75K-$100K
8.1%
$100K-$125K
12.8%
$125K-$150K
9.3%
$150K-$200K
8.0%
$200K+
5.5%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
55.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.9%
Renter 20.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,051/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

5out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

West Wyoming Rankings in Pennsylvania

#528 Population of 1,991
#1021 Median Income of 1,854
#793 Education of 1,987
#953 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Luzerne County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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 West Wyoming

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Meadowood2,644$68,750$189,70022.1%5.9%
Marysville2,681$68,889$184,30029.7%8.8%
Belmont2,618$69,146$144,90033.5%8.5%
East Lansdowne2,712$69,000$200,40022.7%13.7%
Pymatuning Central2,593$64,479$119,40014.2%10.9%

Population Overview

West Wyoming is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. The total population is 2,662. It ranks as the 528th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in West Wyoming is 47.6 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in West Wyoming is $66,382. This is 15% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $172,300. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, West Wyoming is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

West Wyoming has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.

Education

25.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 95.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for West Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, Pennsylvania?

West Wyoming, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,662 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in West Wyoming, PA?

The median household income in West Wyoming is $66,382, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in West Wyoming, PA?

The poverty rate in West Wyoming is 13.6%. This means approximately 356 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of West Wyoming, Pennsylvania?

West Wyoming's population is 97.2% White, 0.0% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in West Wyoming, PA?

The median home value in West Wyoming is $172,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is West Wyoming, Pennsylvania?

25.5% of adults (25+) in West Wyoming hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.