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Dallastown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dallastown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 4,185, the 344th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $63,517, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Dallastown Quick Facts

Population 4,185
Median Household Income $63,517
Median Home Value $188,500
Poverty Rate 7.3%
Unemployment Rate 6.0%
Median Age 36.4 years
Homeownership Rate 45.1%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.9%
High School Graduation Rate 91.5%
Diversity Index 24/100
Population 4,185 344th of 1,991
Median Income $63,517 below average
Poverty Rate 7.3% 42% lower than national
Median Home Value $188,500 average

How Dallastown Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population4,1714,185+0.3%
Median household income$59,423$63,517+6.9%
Median home value$171,600$188,500+9.8%

How Dallastown Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.7%
$25K-$50K 30.3%
$50K-$100K 41.4%
$100K+ 21.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.2%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
5.5%
$20K-$25K
0.0%
$25K-$30K
10.3%
$30K-$35K
4.7%
$35K-$40K
10.3%
$40K-$45K
2.9%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
7.2%
$60K-$75K
22.2%
$75K-$100K
12.0%
$100K-$125K
13.2%
$125K-$150K
1.9%
$150K-$200K
5.4%
$200K+
1.3%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
70.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 45.1%
Renter 54.9%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,158/mo 21.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

24out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Dallastown Rankings in Pennsylvania

#344 Population of 1,991
#1124 Median Income of 1,854
#824 Education of 1,987
#828 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in York County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
York 44,938 $48,420 21.1% $119,700
Hanover 16,584 $61,293 14.5% $212,800
Weigelstown 15,485 $73,722 7.1% $219,500
Shiloh 11,246 $94,324 1.3% $245,600
East York 9,388 $88,021 6.3% $232,700
Parkville 8,128 $77,352 11.8% $222,400
Red Lion 6,516 $72,901 16.0% $177,400
West York 5,092 $80,995 12.0% $123,600
New Freedom 5,066 $120,037 4.0% $370,900
Spry 4,909 $82,723 9.4% $225,100

Cities Similar to Dallastown

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Danville4,217$59,219$186,40044.0%14.0%
Monongahela4,109$59,861$114,30022.8%12.3%
Emigsville4,254$69,816$228,00030.0%9.4%
Laureldale4,284$69,821$179,50011.0%12.0%
Larksville4,255$56,942$146,30023.5%9.4%

Population Overview

Dallastown is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within York County. The total population is 4,185. It ranks as the 344th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dallastown is 36.4 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 29.0% of the population under 18, Dallastown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dallastown is $63,517. This is 19% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $188,500. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 45.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dallastown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.0%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.

Education

24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 91.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dallastown, 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 Dallastown, Pennsylvania?

Dallastown, Pennsylvania has a population of 4,185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dallastown, PA?

The median household income in Dallastown is $63,517, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dallastown, PA?

The poverty rate in Dallastown is 7.3%. This means approximately 303 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dallastown, Pennsylvania?

Dallastown's population is 86.1% White, 0.4% Black, 12.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dallastown, PA?

The median home value in Dallastown is $188,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Dallastown, Pennsylvania?

24.9% of adults (25+) in Dallastown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.