Goldsboro, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goldsboro, Pennsylvania had a total population of 981, the 1007th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $79,563, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Goldsboro Quick Facts
How Goldsboro 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 | 1,004 | 981 | -2.3% |
| Median household income | $84,643 | $79,563 | -6.0% |
| Median home value | $214,900 | $218,500 | +1.7% |
How Goldsboro 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+)
Goldsboro Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in York County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York | 44,938 | $48,420 | 21.1% | $119,700 |
| Hanover | 16,584 | $61,293 | 14.5% | $212,800 |
| Weigelstown | 15,485 | $73,722 | 7.1% | $219,500 |
| Shiloh | 11,246 | $94,324 | 1.3% | $245,600 |
| East York | 9,388 | $88,021 | 6.3% | $232,700 |
| Parkville | 8,128 | $77,352 | 11.8% | $222,400 |
| Red Lion | 6,516 | $72,901 | 16.0% | $177,400 |
| West York | 5,092 | $80,995 | 12.0% | $123,600 |
| New Freedom | 5,066 | $120,037 | 4.0% | $370,900 |
| Spry | 4,909 | $82,723 | 9.4% | $225,100 |
Cities Similar to Goldsboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh Bradford | 974 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Greenfields | 986 | $78,830 | $268,500 | 30.5% | 2.9% |
| Misericordia University | 1,011 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| Vandling | 964 | $77,422 | $181,000 | 21.6% | 20.4% |
| Christiana | 998 | $74,766 | $229,100 | 19.1% | 13.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 981, Goldsboro'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
Goldsboro is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within York County. The total population is 981. It ranks as the 1007th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goldsboro is 36.3 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goldsboro is $79,563. This is 2% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 1% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $218,500. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Goldsboro is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Goldsboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 92.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro, Pennsylvania?
Goldsboro, Pennsylvania has a population of 981 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goldsboro, PA?
The median household income in Goldsboro is $79,563, which is 1% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goldsboro, PA?
The poverty rate in Goldsboro is 10.6%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goldsboro, Pennsylvania?
Goldsboro's population is 82.6% White, 1.9% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goldsboro, PA?
The median home value in Goldsboro is $218,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Goldsboro, Pennsylvania?
22.3% of adults (25+) in Goldsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.