Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania is 12,906 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $49,096, the median home value is $186,100, and the median age is 24.4.
The population has declined 10.6% since 2010 (14,862 → 13,286).
12,906
Population
2968
People / sq mi
$49,096
Median Income
$186,100
Median Home Value
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Bloomsburg covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 2968 people per square mile.
About Bloomsburg, PA
Bloomsburg skews on age — the median resident is 24.4, younger than the national median. Bloomsburg is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 12,906.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $49,096, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.6%, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $186,100, with typical rent around $937.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 33.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 12.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Bloomsburg town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bloomsburg town had a population of 14,862 in 2010 and 13,286 in 2024, a -10.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,862 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.77%.
13,286
Population (2024)
14,862
Population (2010)
14,862
Peak (2010)
-0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,862 |
| 2011 | 14,667 |
| 2012 | 14,574 |
| 2013 | 14,774 |
| 2014 | 14,688 |
| 2015 | 14,568 |
| 2016 | 14,269 |
| 2017 | 13,955 |
| 2018 | 13,756 |
| 2019 | 13,811 |
| 2020 | 12,702 |
| 2021 | 12,777 |
| 2022 | 13,132 |
| 2023 | 13,271 |
| 2024 | 13,286 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$49,096
Median Household Income
$23,019
Per Capita Income
15.6%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$186,100
Median Home Value
$937
Median Rent
37.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
33.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
69.2%
Public Transit
12.3%
Work From Home
15.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.0%
Foreign Born
98.0%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
13.7%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.5% |
| Manufacturing | 6.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.3% |
| Construction | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 12,906 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest city in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania is $49,096, with 15.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania is $186,100, with median monthly rent at $937 and a homeownership rate of 37.0%.
The median age in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania is 24.4 years. The population is 46.4% male and 53.6% female.
The population has declined 10.6% since 2010 (14,862 → 13,286).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.