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Ellport, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.2x is exceptionally low

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

Ellport Quick Facts

Population 1,127
Median Household Income $74,625
Median Home Value $165,100
Poverty Rate 5.7%
Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Median Age 48.2 years
Homeownership Rate 88.2%
Affordability Ratio 2.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.6%
High School Graduation Rate 92.2%
Diversity Index 7/100
Population 1,127 934th of 1,991
Median Income $74,625 above average
Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower than national
Median Home Value $165,100 average

How Ellport Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,1251,127+0.2%
Median household income$77,639$74,625-3.9%
Median home value$154,800$165,100+6.7%

How Ellport Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%
$25K-$50K 23.2%
$50K-$100K 26.7%
$100K+ 39.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.0%
$10K-$15K
2.0%
$15K-$20K
1.8%
$20K-$25K
4.8%
$25K-$30K
3.7%
$30K-$35K
3.7%
$35K-$40K
2.8%
$40K-$45K
5.0%
$45K-$50K
7.9%
$50K-$60K
3.9%
$60K-$75K
12.7%
$75K-$100K
10.1%
$100K-$125K
13.1%
$125K-$150K
14.0%
$150K-$200K
8.1%
$200K+
4.4%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
53.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.2%
Renter 11.8%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $853/mo 13.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

7out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Ellport Rankings in Pennsylvania

#934 Population of 1,991
#748 Median Income of 1,854
#1073 Education of 1,987
#1023 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Lawrence County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Sunrise Lake1,126$72,143$191,00016.7%1.8%
Frisco1,134$78,214$202,10044.0%2.7%
Speers1,105$72,813$158,40039.4%11.6%
Belfast1,144$77,647$267,90015.3%9.1%
Hebron1,125$79,769$163,10010.2%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.