Christiana, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Christiana, Pennsylvania had a total population of 998, the 1000th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $74,766, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
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 1.9%.
Christiana Quick Facts
How Christiana 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 | 946 | 998 | +5.5% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $74,766 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $221,300 | $229,100 | +3.5% |
How Christiana 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+)
Christiana 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 Christiana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misericordia University | 1,011 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| Norvelt | 987 | $73,125 | $205,700 | 23.6% | 11.7% |
| University of Pittsburgh Bradford | 974 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Greenfields | 986 | $78,830 | $268,500 | 30.5% | 2.9% |
| McClure | 984 | $69,886 | $122,800 | 7.9% | 9.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 998, Christiana'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
Christiana is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 998. It ranks as the 1000th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Christiana is 47.0 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 20.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Christiana is $74,766. This is 4% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $229,100. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 60.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Christiana has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Christiana, 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 Christiana, Pennsylvania?
Christiana, Pennsylvania has a population of 998 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Christiana, PA?
The median household income in Christiana is $74,766, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Christiana, PA?
The poverty rate in Christiana is 13.1%. This means approximately 116 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Christiana, Pennsylvania?
Christiana's population is 89.3% White, 3.2% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Christiana, PA?
The median home value in Christiana is $229,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Christiana, Pennsylvania?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Christiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.