Wilcox, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wilcox, Pennsylvania had a total population of 323, the 1554th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
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 1.1x.
Wilcox Quick Facts
How Wilcox 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 | 365 | 323 | -11.5% |
| Median household income | $52,679 | $57,500 | +9.2% |
| Median home value | $55,300 | $61,800 | +11.8% |
How Wilcox 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+)
Wilcox Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Elk County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Marys | 12,529 | $67,167 | 7.8% | $149,000 |
| Ridgway | 3,969 | $52,863 | 13.0% | $94,900 |
| Johnsonburg | 2,424 | $61,484 | 12.3% | $62,200 |
| Kersey | 743 | $53,531 | 21.1% | $227,600 |
| Weedville | 523 | $62,054 | 10.5% | $170,000 |
| Byrnedale | 434 | $90,568 | 1.4% | $76,800 |
| Force | 226 | $31,071 | 7.5% | $54,500 |
| James City | 174 | $65,789 | 12.6% | $55,800 |
Cities Similar to Wilcox
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrville | 322 | N/A | $209,200 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Brisbin | 326 | $57,857 | $147,500 | 16.3% | 18.7% |
| East Altoona | 324 | $55,781 | N/A | 6.7% | 43.2% |
| Thompson | 327 | $58,393 | $158,300 | 8.7% | 30.0% |
| Tionesta | 323 | $54,531 | $127,500 | 15.4% | 14.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 323, Wilcox'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
Wilcox is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Elk County. The total population is 323. It ranks as the 1554th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wilcox is 40.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wilcox is $57,500. This is 26% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 59% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $61,800. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Wilcox is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Wilcox 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
11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 98.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wilcox, 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 Wilcox, Pennsylvania?
Wilcox, Pennsylvania has a population of 323 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wilcox, PA?
The median household income in Wilcox is $57,500, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wilcox, PA?
The poverty rate in Wilcox is 18.6%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wilcox, Pennsylvania?
Wilcox's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wilcox, PA?
The median home value in Wilcox is $61,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Wilcox, Pennsylvania?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Wilcox hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.