Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 11,925, the 69th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $76,105, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elizabethtown Quick Facts
How Elizabethtown 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 | 11,857 | 11,925 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $67,770 | $76,105 | +12.3% |
| Median home value | $222,600 | $238,700 | +7.2% |
How Elizabethtown 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+)
Elizabethtown 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 |
| 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 |
| Manheim | 5,027 | $81,273 | 16.2% | $246,400 |
Cities Similar to Elizabethtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmaus | 11,889 | $83,917 | $266,000 | 32.1% | 7.3% |
| Lower Burrell | 11,633 | $84,602 | $198,600 | 33.1% | 7.8% |
| Lansdowne | 11,122 | $73,232 | $210,500 | 38.4% | 11.8% |
| Progress | 11,017 | $73,030 | $202,500 | 31.4% | 10.4% |
| St. Marys | 12,529 | $67,167 | $149,000 | 21.4% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Elizabethtown is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 11,925. It ranks as the 69th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elizabethtown is 34.9 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elizabethtown is $76,105. This is 2% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $238,700. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 58.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Elizabethtown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
31.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 92.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania?
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania has a population of 11,925 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elizabethtown, PA?
The median household income in Elizabethtown is $76,105, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elizabethtown, PA?
The poverty rate in Elizabethtown is 7.6%. This means approximately 770 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania?
Elizabethtown's population is 86.9% White, 1.7% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elizabethtown, PA?
The median home value in Elizabethtown is $238,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania?
31.4% of adults (25+) in Elizabethtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.