Elmora, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elmora, Pennsylvania had a total population of 435, the 1414th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $38,500, which is 51% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 51% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Elmora Quick Facts
How Elmora 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 | 421 | 435 | +3.3% |
How Elmora Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
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Cities Similar to Elmora
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Britain | 439 | N/A | $363,600 | 26.9% | 4.5% |
| St. Michael | 431 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 6.7% |
| Runville | 425 | N/A | $195,300 | 16.7% | 4.0% |
| Grampian | 429 | $40,000 | $69,300 | 19.2% | 26.2% |
| East Side | 457 | N/A | $125,000 | 11.5% | 50.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 435, Elmora's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Elmora is a small community located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 435. It ranks as the 1414th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elmora is 31.4 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 40.0% of the population under 18, Elmora has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elmora is $38,500. This is 51% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 52% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.6%. This is 179% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Elmora has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.5% of all residents.
Education
3.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 91% 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 98.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elmora, 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 Elmora, Pennsylvania?
Elmora, Pennsylvania has a population of 435 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elmora, PA?
The median household income in Elmora is $38,500, which is 52% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elmora, PA?
The poverty rate in Elmora is 32.6%. This means approximately 142 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elmora, Pennsylvania?
Elmora's population is 97.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elmora, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Elmora — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Elmora, Pennsylvania?
3.3% of adults (25+) in Elmora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.