Elco, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elco, Pennsylvania had a total population of 280, the 1609th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $83,224, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Elco Quick Facts
How Elco 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 | 278 | 280 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $66,667 | $83,224 | +24.8% |
| Median home value | $129,700 | $159,400 | +22.9% |
How Elco 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+)
Elco Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13,368 | $52,975 | 16.8% | $128,200 |
| Canonsburg | 9,675 | $79,227 | 6.3% | $213,200 |
| California | 4,864 | $48,606 | 28.9% | $152,200 |
| Donora | 4,527 | $39,544 | 29.6% | $62,300 |
| McGovern | 4,393 | $107,395 | 0.5% | $320,300 |
| McMurray | 4,286 | $155,077 | 2.6% | $391,700 |
| Charleroi | 4,202 | $43,265 | 30.8% | $52,800 |
| Monongahela | 4,109 | $59,861 | 12.3% | $114,300 |
| Thompsonville | 3,646 | $128,422 | 1.6% | $436,900 |
| Centerville (Washington County) | 3,235 | $71,250 | 4.5% | $120,600 |
Cities Similar to Elco
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millsboro | 282 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 22.3% |
| Greensboro | 285 | N/A | $82,500 | 42.2% | 6.7% |
| Foxburg | 277 | $81,250 | $176,800 | 34.0% | 6.1% |
| Mackeyville | 279 | $77,250 | $236,400 | 28.5% | 6.8% |
| Marklesburg | 291 | $82,708 | $163,200 | 20.3% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 280, Elco'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
Elco is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Washington County. The total population is 280. It ranks as the 1609th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elco is 46.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elco is $83,224. This is 7% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.9%. This is 78% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 26% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $159,400. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Elco is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Elco has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents.
Education
18.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elco, 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 Elco, Pennsylvania?
Elco, Pennsylvania has a population of 280 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elco, PA?
The median household income in Elco is $83,224, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elco, PA?
The poverty rate in Elco is 20.9%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elco, Pennsylvania?
Elco's population is 86.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elco, PA?
The median home value in Elco is $159,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Elco, Pennsylvania?
18.8% of adults (25+) in Elco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.