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Landisburg, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Landisburg, Pennsylvania had a total population of 261, the 1640th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $59,375, which is 24% lower 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

Landisburg Quick Facts

Population 261
Median Household Income $59,375
Median Home Value $126,100
Poverty Rate 6.4%
Unemployment Rate 2.9%
Median Age 34.5 years
Homeownership Rate 59.5%
Affordability Ratio 2.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.6%
High School Graduation Rate 86.9%
Diversity Index 26/100
Population 261 1640th of 1,991
Median Income $59,375 below average
Poverty Rate 6.4% 48% lower than national
Median Home Value $126,100 bottom 30%

How Landisburg 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
Population227261+15.0%
Median household income$57,083$59,375+4.0%
Median home value$125,000$126,100+0.9%

How Landisburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.6%
$25K-$50K 17.7%
$50K-$100K 44.3%
$100K+ 30.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.3%
$10K-$15K
2.5%
$15K-$20K
2.5%
$20K-$25K
1.3%
$25K-$30K
2.5%
$30K-$35K
3.8%
$35K-$40K
5.1%
$40K-$45K
6.3%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
29.1%
$60K-$75K
5.1%
$75K-$100K
10.1%
$100K-$125K
13.9%
$125K-$150K
12.7%
$150K-$200K
3.8%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
55.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.5%
Renter 40.5%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,182/mo 23.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

26out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Landisburg Rankings in Pennsylvania

#1640 Population of 1,991
#1261 Median Income of 1,854
#1676 Education of 1,987
#1359 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Perry County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Marysville 2,681 $68,889 8.8% $184,300
Newport 1,621 $62,944 10.5% $151,600
Duncannon 1,391 $51,103 9.0% $155,600
Bloomfield 1,090 $73,542 9.5% $227,400
Liverpool 850 $59,539 8.2% $197,500
Millerstown 736 $91,964 10.0% $200,800
Blain 278 $73,750 4.0% $170,000
New Buffalo 48 N/A 16.7% $190,600

Cities Similar to Landisburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Belsano257N/A$95,8007.8%7.4%
Dryville256N/A$234,80015.0%0.0%
Washingtonville263$55,909$170,00015.6%40.7%
North Vandergrift249N/A$45,8000.0%36.1%
Buck Run252$57,222$86,10017.8%31.8%

A note before these figures: with a population of 261, Landisburg'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

Landisburg is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Perry County. The total population is 261. It ranks as the 1640th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Landisburg is 34.5 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 32.6% of the population under 18, Landisburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Landisburg is $59,375. This is 24% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 26% lower 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 2.9%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $126,100. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Landisburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Landisburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.

Education

10.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 86.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Landisburg, 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 Landisburg, Pennsylvania?

Landisburg, Pennsylvania has a population of 261 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Landisburg, PA?

The median household income in Landisburg is $59,375, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Landisburg, PA?

The poverty rate in Landisburg is 6.4%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Landisburg, Pennsylvania?

Landisburg's population is 85.4% White, 1.5% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Landisburg, PA?

The median home value in Landisburg is $126,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Landisburg, Pennsylvania?

10.6% of adults (25+) in Landisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.