Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania had a total population of 3,992, the 359th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $93,244, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.
Carroll Valley Quick Facts
How Carroll Valley 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 | 3,962 | 3,992 | +0.8% |
| Median household income | $90,505 | $93,244 | +3.0% |
| Median home value | $287,400 | $300,500 | +4.6% |
How Carroll Valley 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+)
Carroll Valley Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Adams County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg | 8,254 | $54,365 | 14.1% | $241,500 |
| Littlestown | 4,850 | $70,901 | 12.7% | $254,700 |
| McSherrystown | 3,114 | $61,159 | 19.3% | $176,100 |
| Lake Heritage | 2,997 | $138,003 | 2.3% | $332,700 |
| Bonneauville | 2,232 | $59,000 | 6.0% | $221,800 |
| Lake Meade | 2,176 | $114,917 | 3.5% | $294,800 |
| New Oxford | 1,675 | $63,000 | 9.2% | $214,000 |
| East Berlin | 1,523 | $73,523 | 6.5% | $242,000 |
| Hampton | 1,404 | $66,700 | 11.0% | $144,300 |
| Biglerville | 1,070 | $52,407 | 21.8% | $222,000 |
Cities Similar to Carroll Valley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood | 4,064 | $93,276 | $220,200 | 19.5% | 5.0% |
| Thorndale | 3,854 | $99,479 | $341,900 | 44.4% | 2.4% |
| Paxtonia | 4,074 | $102,594 | $249,900 | 45.0% | 11.2% |
| Shrewsbury | 3,878 | $101,833 | $298,100 | 35.4% | 4.2% |
| Sewickley | 3,823 | $101,053 | $464,300 | 64.5% | 8.1% |
Population Overview
Carroll Valley is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Adams County. The total population is 3,992. It ranks as the 359th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Carroll Valley is 42.2 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Carroll Valley is $93,244. This is 20% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $300,500. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 94.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Carroll Valley has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
32.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Carroll Valley, 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 Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania?
Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania has a population of 3,992 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Carroll Valley, PA?
The median household income in Carroll Valley is $93,244, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Carroll Valley, PA?
The poverty rate in Carroll Valley is 6.1%. This means approximately 242 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania?
Carroll Valley's population is 91.6% White, 1.4% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Carroll Valley, PA?
The median home value in Carroll Valley is $300,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Carroll Valley, Pennsylvania?
32.4% of adults (25+) in Carroll Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.