Elizabethville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elizabethville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,350, the 841st largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $68,864, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
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 0.6%.
Elizabethville Quick Facts
How Elizabethville 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 | 1,583 | 1,350 | -14.7% |
| Median household income | $75,724 | $68,864 | -9.1% |
| Median home value | $168,900 | $174,300 | +3.2% |
How Elizabethville 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+)
Elizabethville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Dauphin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg | 50,287 | $48,099 | 30.5% | $124,200 |
| Colonial Park | 18,032 | $73,105 | 9.9% | $231,100 |
| Hershey | 14,242 | $78,587 | 17.6% | $379,200 |
| Progress | 11,017 | $73,030 | 10.4% | $202,500 |
| Middletown | 9,632 | $55,765 | 12.4% | $161,600 |
| Linglestown | 6,957 | $92,558 | 4.2% | $259,400 |
| Rutherford | 6,890 | $83,636 | 8.3% | $214,200 |
| Steelton | 6,296 | $58,194 | 19.6% | $134,800 |
| Lawnton | 4,765 | $84,861 | 2.5% | $222,600 |
| Skyline View | 4,704 | $97,982 | 2.6% | $299,600 |
Cities Similar to Elizabethville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay | 1,362 | N/A | $277,400 | 13.7% | 11.3% |
| St. Vincent College | 1,326 | N/A | N/A | 78.0% | 58.7% |
| University of Pittsburgh Johnstown | 1,380 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Osceola Mills | 1,325 | $67,656 | $105,700 | 19.5% | 10.1% |
| West Lawn | 1,384 | $69,688 | $192,600 | 21.1% | 4.3% |
Population Overview
Elizabethville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Dauphin County. The total population is 1,350. It ranks as the 841st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elizabethville is 40.6 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elizabethville is $68,864. 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 5.4%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 89% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $174,300. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Elizabethville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Elizabethville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
20.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 86.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elizabethville, 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 Elizabethville, Pennsylvania?
Elizabethville, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,350 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elizabethville, PA?
The median household income in Elizabethville is $68,864, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elizabethville, PA?
The poverty rate in Elizabethville is 5.4%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elizabethville, Pennsylvania?
Elizabethville's population is 85.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elizabethville, PA?
The median home value in Elizabethville is $174,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Elizabethville, Pennsylvania?
20.1% of adults (25+) in Elizabethville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.