Cashtown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cashtown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 346, the 1521st largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cashtown Quick Facts
How Cashtown 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 | 223 | 346 | +55.2% |
| Median home value | $280,700 | $298,800 | +6.4% |
How Cashtown 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cashtown 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 |
| Carroll Valley | 3,992 | $93,244 | 6.1% | $300,500 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Cashtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhill | 346 | N/A | $108,300 | 41.5% | 9.0% |
| Woodbury | 346 | $47,708 | $159,900 | 16.9% | 33.7% |
| Chewton | 345 | $68,750 | $172,300 | 26.9% | 9.3% |
| West Elizabeth | 344 | $55,000 | $82,100 | 13.6% | 6.6% |
| Ulster | 349 | $67,000 | $157,100 | 20.0% | 10.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 346, Cashtown'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
Cashtown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Adams County. The total population is 346. It ranks as the 1521st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cashtown is 50.9 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 5.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cashtown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $298,800. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $254,500. 82.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cashtown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (15.6% vs 8.7%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
10.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 83.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cashtown, 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 Cashtown, Pennsylvania?
Cashtown, Pennsylvania has a population of 346 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cashtown, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cashtown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cashtown, PA?
The poverty rate in Cashtown is 14.4%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cashtown, Pennsylvania?
Cashtown's population is 75.1% White, 5.2% Black, 15.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cashtown, PA?
The median home value in Cashtown is $298,800.
How educated is Cashtown, Pennsylvania?
10.7% of adults (25+) in Cashtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.