Woodward, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodward, Pennsylvania had a total population of 106, the 1865th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 34.2% is notably above the national average.
Woodward Quick Facts
How Woodward 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 | 123 | 106 | -13.8% |
How Woodward 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+)
Woodward Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Centre County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State College | 41,050 | $45,424 | 38.1% | $437,800 |
| Park Forest Village | 8,624 | $79,120 | 21.5% | $389,600 |
| Bellefonte | 6,009 | $62,540 | 13.1% | $240,300 |
| Boalsburg | 4,582 | $100,958 | 11.3% | $413,000 |
| Pleasant Gap | 3,208 | $69,536 | 3.5% | $240,200 |
| Toftrees | 2,873 | $73,721 | 25.4% | $434,100 |
| Philipsburg | 2,748 | $47,794 | 12.5% | $148,700 |
| Stormstown | 2,532 | $146,875 | 1.0% | $440,800 |
| Lemont | 2,076 | $101,526 | 4.1% | $385,600 |
| Houserville | 2,000 | $119,303 | 2.8% | $378,600 |
Cities Similar to Woodward
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graceton | 106 | $38,875 | $89,300 | 21.4% | 18.9% |
| Eagle Creek | 105 | N/A | $171,300 | 12.7% | 18.1% |
| Idaville | 105 | $92,813 | $182,500 | 12.8% | 0.0% |
| Klingerstown | 105 | $36,719 | $112,500 | 28.1% | 16.2% |
| Armagh | 103 | $88,929 | $112,500 | 14.6% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 106, Woodward'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
Woodward is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Centre County. The total population is 106. It ranks as the 1865th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodward is 51.2 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 34.2%. This is 550% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Woodward has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents.
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 61.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodward, 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 Woodward, Pennsylvania?
Woodward, Pennsylvania has a population of 106 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodward, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Woodward — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodward, PA?
The poverty rate in Woodward is 15.1%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodward, Pennsylvania?
Woodward's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodward, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Woodward — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Woodward, Pennsylvania?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Woodward hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.