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East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,712, the 524th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $69,000, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

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

East Lansdowne Quick Facts

Population 2,712
Median Household Income $69,000
Median Home Value $200,400
Poverty Rate 13.7%
Unemployment Rate 5.7%
Median Age 35.2 years
Homeownership Rate 63.6%
Affordability Ratio 2.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.7%
High School Graduation Rate 89.7%
Diversity Index 49/100
Population 2,712 524th of 1,991
Median Income $69,000 average
Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher than national
Median Home Value $200,400 above average

How East Lansdowne 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
Population2,6992,712+0.5%
Median household income$66,611$69,000+3.6%
Median home value$201,400$200,400-0.5%

How East Lansdowne Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 35.6%
$25K-$50K 7.5%
$50K-$100K 24.5%
$100K+ 32.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.7%
$10K-$15K
5.8%
$15K-$20K
16.4%
$20K-$25K
8.6%
$25K-$30K
1.9%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
4.6%
$45K-$50K
1.0%
$50K-$60K
3.8%
$60K-$75K
12.7%
$75K-$100K
8.1%
$100K-$125K
11.0%
$125K-$150K
9.1%
$150K-$200K
8.6%
$200K+
3.8%

Employment

5.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
80.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.6%
Renter 36.4%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,626/mo 28.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

49out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

East Lansdowne Rankings in Pennsylvania

#524 Population of 1,991
#931 Median Income of 1,854
#933 Education of 1,987
#745 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Delaware County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Chester 33,619 $41,342 29.0% $83,100
Drexel Hill 30,451 $88,168 7.8% $266,400
Yeadon 12,181 $49,759 12.6% $182,800
Lansdowne 11,122 $73,232 11.8% $210,500
Darby 10,687 $39,863 29.9% $117,900
Broomall 10,679 $105,625 4.1% $483,000
Woodlyn 9,736 $79,696 11.1% $230,400
Village Green-Green Ridge 9,073 $96,711 6.4% $325,800
Collingdale 8,897 $51,886 19.6% $166,600
Folsom 8,671 $113,064 6.3% $280,100

Cities Similar to East Lansdowne

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Marysville2,681$68,889$184,30029.7%8.8%
Meadowood2,644$68,750$189,70022.1%5.9%
Belmont2,618$69,146$144,90033.5%8.5%
West Wyoming2,662$66,382$172,30025.5%13.6%
St. Clair2,754$64,304$71,80018.0%7.8%

Population Overview

East Lansdowne is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Delaware County. The total population is 2,712. It ranks as the 524th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in East Lansdowne is 35.2 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in East Lansdowne is $69,000. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $200,400. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, East Lansdowne is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in East Lansdowne is Black or African American, making up 69.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 13.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (13.4%) is well below the state average of 73.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (69.4% vs 10.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.1% vs 3.8%).

Education

22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 89.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for East Lansdowne, 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 East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania?

East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,712 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in East Lansdowne, PA?

The median household income in East Lansdowne is $69,000, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in East Lansdowne, PA?

The poverty rate in East Lansdowne is 13.7%. This means approximately 372 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania?

East Lansdowne's population is 13.4% White, 69.4% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in East Lansdowne, PA?

The median home value in East Lansdowne is $200,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania?

22.7% of adults (25+) in East Lansdowne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.