Elkins Park, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Elkins Park, Pennsylvania Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania had a total population of 7,213, the 163rd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $129,852, which is 67% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 67% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
71.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.

Elkins Park Quick Facts

Population 7,213

Median Household Income $129,852

Median Home Value $401,200

Poverty Rate 6.4%

Unemployment Rate 5.3%

Median Age 52.3 years

Homeownership Rate 80.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 71.3%

High School Graduation Rate 99.0%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 7,213 163rd of 1,991

Median Income $129,852 top 10%

Poverty Rate 6.4% 49% lower than national

Median Home Value $401,200 top 10%

How Elkins Park 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	7,286	7,213	-1.0%
Median household income	$129,773	$129,852	+0.1%
Median home value	$366,700	$401,200	+9.4%

How Elkins Park Compares

Median Household Income

Elkins Park

$129,852

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Elkins Park

$401,200

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.9%

$25K-$50K 10.6%

$50K-$100K 16.0%

$100K+ 63.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.2%

$10K-$15K

4.8%

$15K-$20K

1.1%

$20K-$25K

1.9%

$25K-$30K

2.5%

$30K-$35K

2.6%

$35K-$40K

0.9%

$40K-$45K

1.1%

$45K-$50K

3.5%

$50K-$60K

4.7%

$60K-$75K

4.3%

$75K-$100K

7.1%

$100K-$125K

9.8%

$125K-$150K

11.5%

$150K-$200K

9.2%

$200K+

33.1%

Employment

5.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

70.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.2%

Renter 19.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,606/mo 14.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.5%

18-34

15.4%

35-54

23.3%

55-74

32.5%

75+

14.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Elkins Park Rankings in Pennsylvania

#163 Population of 1,991

#97 Median Income of 1,854

#54 Education of 1,987

#117 Home Value of 1,871

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Other Cities in Montgomery County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Norristown	35,893	$66,701	18.5%	$213,900
King of Prussia	25,857	$117,912	4.5%	$436,200
Pottstown	23,476	$60,828	17.5%	$195,400
Lansdale	19,011	$88,229	11.3%	$343,800
Horsham	16,005	$94,987	4.9%	$388,500
Willow Grove	14,131	$98,064	5.7%	$357,300
Ardmore	13,909	$119,111	4.8%	$453,100
Montgomeryville	13,388	$131,345	4.1%	$471,000
Roslyn	10,639	$99,318	10.2%	$328,800
Bala Cynwyd	10,227	$150,000	11.4%	$640,400

Cities Similar to Elkins Park

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chestnut Hill	7,086	$124,089	$375,000	51.5%	6.5%
Wescosville	7,148	$139,826	$452,400	50.9%	3.5%
Ancient Oaks	7,777	$134,375	$432,800	55.6%	2.1%
Exton	6,772	$120,697	$554,200	68.6%	3.2%
Blandon	7,357	$109,417	$290,700	29.8%	5.2%

Population Overview

Elkins Park is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. The total population is 7,213. It ranks as the 163rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Elkins Park is 52.3 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Elkins Park is $129,852. This is 67% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 61% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $401,200. Housing costs are 58% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Elkins Park is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.1% vs 10.3%).

Education

71.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Elkins Park in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 103% higher 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 99.0%. Notably, 41.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Elkins Park, 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 Elkins Park, Pennsylvania?

Elkins Park, Pennsylvania has a population of 7,213 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Elkins Park, PA?

The median household income in Elkins Park is $129,852, which is 61% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Elkins Park, PA?

The poverty rate in Elkins Park is 6.4%. This means approximately 457 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Elkins Park, Pennsylvania?

Elkins Park's population is 56.6% White, 27.1% Black, 6.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Elkins Park, PA?

The median home value in Elkins Park is $401,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Elkins Park, Pennsylvania?

71.3% of adults (25+) in Elkins Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 41.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.