Youngwood, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Youngwood, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,926, the 485th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $70,581, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
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 2.4x.
Youngwood Quick Facts
How Youngwood 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 | 2,936 | 2,926 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $60,795 | $70,581 | +16.1% |
| Median home value | $160,400 | $171,600 | +7.0% |
How Youngwood 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+)
Youngwood Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Westmoreland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrysville | 20,817 | $121,823 | 2.5% | $342,100 |
| Greensburg | 14,741 | $64,914 | 14.4% | $184,100 |
| New Kensington | 12,011 | $49,063 | 16.0% | $142,000 |
| Lower Burrell | 11,633 | $84,602 | 7.8% | $198,600 |
| Jeannette | 8,657 | $49,188 | 18.8% | $114,400 |
| Latrobe | 7,977 | $56,318 | 16.6% | $145,100 |
| Monessen | 6,780 | $52,889 | 20.8% | $95,900 |
| Vandergrift | 5,011 | $50,901 | 21.5% | $93,900 |
| Arnold | 4,704 | $45,417 | 25.5% | $86,400 |
| Level Green | 4,409 | $101,602 | 1.2% | $276,300 |
Cities Similar to Youngwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girard | 2,962 | $71,165 | $160,500 | 36.1% | 8.8% |
| Slippery Rock University | 2,853 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Imperial | 3,001 | $71,489 | $198,300 | 31.6% | 3.5% |
| Bath | 2,864 | $72,391 | $247,900 | 24.9% | 20.1% |
| Gastonville | 2,995 | $68,487 | $173,300 | 23.4% | 2.7% |
Population Overview
Youngwood is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Westmoreland County. The total population is 2,926. It ranks as the 485th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Youngwood is 45.9 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 10.2% 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 Youngwood is $70,581. This is 9% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Youngwood, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $171,600. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Youngwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Youngwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Youngwood, 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 Youngwood, Pennsylvania?
Youngwood, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,926 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Youngwood, PA?
The median household income in Youngwood is $70,581, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Youngwood, PA?
The poverty rate in Youngwood is 9.7%. This means approximately 274 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Youngwood, Pennsylvania?
Youngwood's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Youngwood, PA?
The median home value in Youngwood is $171,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Youngwood, Pennsylvania?
21.9% of adults (25+) in Youngwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.