Bainbridge, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bainbridge, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,376, the 834th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $99,167, which is 27% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.
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 2.3x.
Bainbridge Quick Facts
How Bainbridge 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 | 1,357 | 1,376 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $95,368 | $99,167 | +4.0% |
| Median home value | $222,700 | $230,700 | +3.6% |
How Bainbridge 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+)
Bainbridge Rankings in Pennsylvania
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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 Bainbridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh Johnstown | 1,380 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Clay | 1,362 | N/A | $277,400 | 13.7% | 11.3% |
| St. Vincent College | 1,326 | N/A | N/A | 78.0% | 58.7% |
| Dalton | 1,415 | $95,862 | $276,100 | 49.7% | 7.8% |
| Stiles | 1,441 | $98,125 | $235,400 | 17.0% | 0.0% |
Population Overview
Bainbridge is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 1,376. It ranks as the 834th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bainbridge is 32.7 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bainbridge is $99,167. This is 27% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 23% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bainbridge, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $230,700. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Bainbridge is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bainbridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 93.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bainbridge, 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 Bainbridge, Pennsylvania?
Bainbridge, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,376 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bainbridge, PA?
The median household income in Bainbridge is $99,167, which is 23% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bainbridge, PA?
The poverty rate in Bainbridge is 6.4%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bainbridge, Pennsylvania?
Bainbridge's population is 96.1% White, 0.0% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bainbridge, PA?
The median home value in Bainbridge is $230,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Bainbridge, Pennsylvania?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Bainbridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.