Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania had a total population of 842, the 1076th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $63,148, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 11.6% is notably above the national average.
Lime Ridge Quick Facts
How Lime Ridge 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 | 871 | 842 | -3.3% |
| Median household income | $64,844 | $63,148 | -2.6% |
| Median home value | $174,300 | $208,100 | +19.4% |
How Lime Ridge 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+)
Lime Ridge Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomsburg | 13,024 | $51,536 | 26.5% | $179,100 |
| Berwick | 10,317 | $49,800 | 16.5% | $156,500 |
| Espy | 1,624 | $79,038 | 2.3% | $166,900 |
| Catawissa | 1,536 | $51,992 | 16.4% | $145,900 |
| Almedia | 1,271 | $67,361 | 21.6% | $194,000 |
| Mifflinville | 1,193 | $48,173 | 15.3% | $215,300 |
| Lightstreet | 1,156 | $70,739 | 10.2% | $168,400 |
| Millville | 943 | $65,469 | 21.8% | $218,100 |
| Briar Creek | 828 | $42,647 | 39.8% | $160,400 |
| Buckhorn | 646 | $59,531 | 38.7% | $277,600 |
Cities Similar to Lime Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidsville | 826 | N/A | $215,200 | 32.1% | 7.5% |
| Farmington | 826 | N/A | N/A | 31.5% | 87.1% |
| Pomeroy | 856 | $63,750 | $254,700 | 15.7% | 0.0% |
| Houtzdale | 857 | $64,868 | $110,700 | 13.2% | 8.2% |
| Woolrich | 815 | $62,895 | $231,100 | 46.4% | 13.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 842, Lime Ridge'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
Lime Ridge is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Columbia County. The total population is 842. It ranks as the 1076th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lime Ridge is 47.7 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lime Ridge is $63,148. This is 19% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 11.6%. This is 121% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $208,100. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 54.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lime Ridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.0%.
Education
26.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lime Ridge, 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 Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania?
Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania has a population of 842 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lime Ridge, PA?
The median household income in Lime Ridge is $63,148, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lime Ridge, PA?
The poverty rate in Lime Ridge is 18.3%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania?
Lime Ridge's population is 85.4% White, 0.0% Black, 9.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lime Ridge, PA?
The median home value in Lime Ridge is $208,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Lime Ridge, Pennsylvania?
26.8% of adults (25+) in Lime Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.