Adamstown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Adamstown, Pennsylvania Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.4x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Adamstown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,023, the 657th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $117,554, which is 51% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 51% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.5% — among the lowest in Pennsylvania.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.

Adamstown Quick Facts

Population 2,023

Median Household Income $117,554

Median Home Value $278,500

Poverty Rate 3.5%

Unemployment Rate 2.7%

Median Age 34.9 years

Homeownership Rate 82.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.6%

High School Graduation Rate 96.7%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 2,023 657th of 1,991

Median Income $117,554 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.5% 72% lower than national

Median Home Value $278,500 top 20%

How Adamstown 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	2,387	2,023	-15.2%
Median household income	$102,375	$117,554	+14.8%
Median home value	$263,000	$278,500	+5.9%

How Adamstown Compares

Median Household Income

Adamstown

$117,554

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Adamstown

$278,500

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.1%

$25K-$50K 4.4%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 60.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.0%

$10K-$15K

1.5%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

0.4%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

0.4%

$35K-$40K

1.6%

$40K-$45K

1.8%

$45K-$50K

0.5%

$50K-$60K

7.1%

$60K-$75K

11.2%

$75K-$100K

13.1%

$100K-$125K

14.8%

$125K-$150K

13.3%

$150K-$200K

17.2%

$200K+

14.8%

Employment

2.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

79.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.2%

Renter 17.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,231/mo 12.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.5%

18-34

21.8%

35-54

28.7%

55-74

19.1%

75+

1.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Adamstown Rankings in Pennsylvania

#657 Population of 1,991

#154 Median Income of 1,854

#330 Education of 1,987

#336 Home Value of 1,871

Explore Pennsylvania Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Lancaster County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Lancaster	57,719	$63,690	20.3%	$219,500
Ephrata	13,772	$69,735	7.9%	$224,400
Elizabethtown	11,925	$76,105	7.6%	$238,700
Columbia	10,278	$54,437	21.4%	$196,500
Willow Street	9,647	$109,675	3.3%	$314,700
Lititz	9,619	$88,576	4.1%	$299,900
Millersville	8,982	$67,866	23.1%	$277,600
Mount Joy	8,344	$90,061	9.1%	$266,500
Leola	7,448	$91,154	4.8%	$339,200
New Holland	5,780	$63,182	10.7%	$238,100

Cities Similar to Adamstown

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lincoln University	2,017	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Houserville	2,000	$119,303	$378,600	64.8%	2.8%
Shippensburg University	2,071	N/A	N/A	43.3%	0.0%
Kenilworth	2,013	$105,729	$348,800	32.7%	5.1%
Mount Cobb	2,065	$105,577	$289,800	30.4%	10.9%

Population Overview

Adamstown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 2,023. It ranks as the 657th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Adamstown is 34.9 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Adamstown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Adamstown is $117,554. This is 51% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 46% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.5%. This is 70% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $278,500. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Adamstown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Adamstown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

39.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% higher 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 96.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Adamstown, 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 Adamstown, Pennsylvania?

Adamstown, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,023 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Adamstown, PA?

The median household income in Adamstown is $117,554, which is 46% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Adamstown, PA?

The poverty rate in Adamstown is 3.5%. This means approximately 71 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Adamstown, Pennsylvania?

Adamstown's population is 88.9% White, 2.8% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Adamstown, PA?

The median home value in Adamstown is $278,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.

How educated is Adamstown, Pennsylvania?

39.6% of adults (25+) in Adamstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.