Lanse, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lanse, Pennsylvania had a total population of 149, the 1800th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lanse Quick Facts
How Lanse 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 | 101 | 149 | +47.5% |
How Lanse Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Lanse Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Cities Similar to Lanse
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfarata | 148 | $87,083 | $157,200 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Commodore | 148 | $87,583 | $61,000 | 0.0% | 38.5% |
| Delano | 148 | N/A | $56,300 | 16.1% | 2.7% |
| Kempton | 148 | N/A | $216,700 | 56.2% | 3.4% |
| Madisonburg | 148 | $69,750 | $175,000 | 5.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 149, Lanse'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
Lanse is a small community located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 149. It ranks as the 1800th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lanse is 58.4 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lanse, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lanse has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.3% of all residents.
Education
5.2% 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 85% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lanse, 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 Lanse, Pennsylvania?
Lanse, Pennsylvania has a population of 149 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lanse, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lanse — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lanse, PA?
The poverty rate in Lanse is 10.7%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lanse, Pennsylvania?
Lanse's population is 97.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lanse, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lanse — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lanse, Pennsylvania?
5.2% of adults (25+) in Lanse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.