Ellport, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ellport, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,127, the 934th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $74,625, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
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 2.2x.
Ellport Quick Facts
How Ellport 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 | 1,125 | 1,127 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $77,639 | $74,625 | -3.9% |
| Median home value | $154,800 | $165,100 | +6.7% |
How Ellport 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+)
Ellport Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Castle | 21,579 | $42,219 | 28.0% | $77,400 |
| New Wilmington | 2,395 | $73,696 | 8.5% | $209,800 |
| Oakwood | 2,253 | $71,583 | 4.8% | $118,400 |
| New Beaver | 1,343 | $61,417 | 6.6% | $135,600 |
| Oakland (Lawrence County) | 1,330 | $63,372 | 7.8% | $125,800 |
| New Castle Northwest | 1,223 | $72,500 | 7.8% | $155,300 |
| West Pittsburg | 909 | $44,510 | 10.9% | $106,900 |
| Bessemer | 881 | $65,893 | 10.8% | $122,700 |
| New Bedford | 813 | $90,000 | 0.0% | $204,400 |
| South New Castle | 712 | $69,375 | 5.9% | $104,100 |
Cities Similar to Ellport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Lake | 1,126 | $72,143 | $191,000 | 16.7% | 1.8% |
| Frisco | 1,134 | $78,214 | $202,100 | 44.0% | 2.7% |
| Speers | 1,105 | $72,813 | $158,400 | 39.4% | 11.6% |
| Belfast | 1,144 | $77,647 | $267,900 | 15.3% | 9.1% |
| Hebron | 1,125 | $79,769 | $163,100 | 10.2% | 5.2% |
Population Overview
Ellport is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lawrence County. The total population is 1,127. It ranks as the 934th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ellport is 48.2 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ellport is $74,625. This is 4% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $165,100. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Ellport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ellport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ellport, 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 Ellport, Pennsylvania?
Ellport, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,127 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ellport, PA?
The median household income in Ellport is $74,625, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ellport, PA?
The poverty rate in Ellport is 5.7%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ellport, Pennsylvania?
Ellport's population is 96.3% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ellport, PA?
The median home value in Ellport is $165,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Ellport, Pennsylvania?
20.6% of adults (25+) in Ellport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.