Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania had a total population of 537, the 1318th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.
Bird-in-Hand Quick Facts
How Bird-in-Hand 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 | 670 | 537 | -19.9% |
How Bird-in-Hand 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+)
Bird-in-Hand 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 Bird-in-Hand
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravine | 537 | $106,250 | $173,200 | 29.3% | 5.6% |
| Arnold City | 538 | $2,499 | N/A | 7.3% | 61.2% |
| Rosslyn Farms | 534 | $93,750 | $446,200 | 77.5% | 0.6% |
| Ulysses | 532 | $34,063 | $104,200 | 8.4% | 22.0% |
| Mount Aetna | 544 | $81,023 | $333,900 | 11.7% | 3.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 537, Bird-in-Hand'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
Bird-in-Hand is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 537. It ranks as the 1318th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bird-in-Hand is 28.6 years. This is 30% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 46.9% of the population under 18, Bird-in-Hand has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 114% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 43.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bird-in-Hand has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.8% vs 8.7%).
Education
7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 79% 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 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bird-in-Hand, 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 Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania?
Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania has a population of 537 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bird-in-Hand, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bird-in-Hand — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bird-in-Hand, PA?
The poverty rate in Bird-in-Hand is 13.2%. This means approximately 71 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania?
Bird-in-Hand's population is 86.2% White, 0.0% Black, 13.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bird-in-Hand, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bird-in-Hand — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania?
7.4% of adults (25+) in Bird-in-Hand hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.