Worthington, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Worthington, Pennsylvania had a total population of 499, the 1353rd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $74,000, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
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 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Worthington Quick Facts
How Worthington 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 | 474 | 499 | +5.3% |
| Median household income | $71,583 | $74,000 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $133,900 | $162,800 | +21.6% |
How Worthington 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+)
Worthington Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Armstrong County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kittanning | 3,902 | $51,711 | 20.7% | $101,300 |
| Ford City | 2,813 | $57,971 | 17.4% | $84,400 |
| Leechburg | 1,985 | $48,207 | 19.7% | $97,600 |
| Freeport | 1,708 | $48,843 | 27.3% | $110,600 |
| West Hills | 1,584 | $97,754 | 10.2% | $226,400 |
| Orchard Hills | 1,546 | $61,442 | 14.0% | $125,800 |
| Apollo | 1,488 | $52,000 | 18.2% | $91,100 |
| West Kittanning | 1,284 | $65,547 | 6.9% | $122,400 |
| North Apollo | 1,156 | $66,629 | 15.7% | $140,600 |
| Lenape Heights | 1,042 | $76,250 | 0.1% | $161,500 |
Cities Similar to Worthington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Grove | 492 | $71,875 | $141,800 | 26.3% | 4.7% |
| Van Voorhis | 516 | N/A | $158,100 | 5.1% | 0.0% |
| Weston | 495 | $69,917 | $173,600 | 40.5% | 0.8% |
| Green Lane | 511 | $72,054 | $262,500 | 26.2% | 8.2% |
| Falmouth | 521 | N/A | $267,700 | 20.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 499, Worthington'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
Worthington is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Armstrong County. The total population is 499. It ranks as the 1353rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Worthington is 42.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Worthington is $74,000. This is 5% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $162,800. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Worthington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Worthington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
26.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Worthington, 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 Worthington, Pennsylvania?
Worthington, Pennsylvania has a population of 499 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Worthington, PA?
The median household income in Worthington is $74,000, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Worthington, PA?
The poverty rate in Worthington is 8.4%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Worthington, Pennsylvania?
Worthington's population is 99.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Worthington, PA?
The median home value in Worthington is $162,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Worthington, Pennsylvania?
26.1% of adults (25+) in Worthington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.