Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania had a total population of 3,334, the 427th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $126,927, which is 63% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 63% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
- 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.
Boiling Springs Quick Facts
How Boiling Springs 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 | 3,602 | 3,334 | -7.4% |
| Median household income | $114,013 | $126,927 | +11.3% |
| Median home value | $362,700 | $379,900 | +4.7% |
How Boiling Springs 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+)
Boiling Springs Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Cumberland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle | 21,852 | $61,720 | 15.1% | $224,100 |
| Mechanicsburg | 9,720 | $84,421 | 5.6% | $241,200 |
| Camp Hill | 8,169 | $115,761 | 6.6% | $316,300 |
| Lower Allen | 7,646 | $88,533 | 7.0% | $263,200 |
| New Cumberland | 7,580 | $82,154 | 10.3% | $244,500 |
| Enola | 6,534 | $72,135 | 5.0% | $171,700 |
| Shippensburg | 5,620 | $51,503 | 10.8% | $177,700 |
| Schlusser | 5,402 | $92,234 | 7.8% | $241,000 |
| Lemoyne | 4,742 | $62,086 | 12.5% | $241,300 |
| Wormleysburg | 3,077 | $88,250 | 4.6% | $223,400 |
Cities Similar to Boiling Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Wales | 3,440 | $128,056 | $410,500 | 39.6% | 5.0% |
| Pottsgrove | 3,409 | $122,813 | $332,600 | 29.7% | 5.1% |
| Stonybrook | 3,483 | $126,029 | $370,800 | 45.3% | 2.3% |
| Malvern | 3,435 | $117,548 | $521,800 | 69.5% | 4.5% |
| Village Shires | 3,503 | $132,188 | $515,100 | 55.0% | 1.1% |
Population Overview
Boiling Springs is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cumberland County. The total population is 3,334. It ranks as the 427th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boiling Springs is 44.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boiling Springs is $126,927. This is 63% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 57% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $379,900. Housing costs are 49% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 86.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boiling Springs has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
57.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Boiling Springs in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 62% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 25.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boiling Springs, 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 Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania has a population of 3,334 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boiling Springs, PA?
The median household income in Boiling Springs is $126,927, which is 57% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boiling Springs, PA?
The poverty rate in Boiling Springs is 5.7%. This means approximately 190 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
Boiling Springs's population is 91.9% White, 0.7% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boiling Springs, PA?
The median home value in Boiling Springs is $379,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
57.1% of adults (25+) in Boiling Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.