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Lorane, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lorane, Pennsylvania had a total population of 4,601, the 301st largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $84,293, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Lorane Quick Facts

Population 4,601
Median Household Income $84,293
Median Home Value $259,900
Poverty Rate 6.5%
Unemployment Rate 6.1%
Median Age 46.3 years
Homeownership Rate 80.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.9%
High School Graduation Rate 88.0%
Diversity Index 26/100
Population 4,601 301st of 1,991
Median Income $84,293 top 30%
Poverty Rate 6.5% 48% lower than national
Median Home Value $259,900 top 30%

How Lorane 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
Population4,6334,601-0.7%
Median household income$86,064$84,293-2.1%
Median home value$236,100$259,900+10.1%

How Lorane Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.4%
$25K-$50K 12.9%
$50K-$100K 32.1%
$100K+ 43.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.7%
$10K-$15K
2.8%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
3.0%
$30K-$35K
2.8%
$35K-$40K
0.9%
$40K-$45K
3.5%
$45K-$50K
2.6%
$50K-$60K
8.8%
$60K-$75K
12.4%
$75K-$100K
10.9%
$100K-$125K
9.5%
$125K-$150K
9.7%
$150K-$200K
7.4%
$200K+
17.1%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
65.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.0%
Renter 20.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,743/mo 24.8% 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

Lorane Rankings in Pennsylvania

#301 Population of 1,991
#517 Median Income of 1,854
#545 Education of 1,987
#409 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Berks County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Reading 95,242 $44,091 28.7% $121,300
Wyomissing 11,172 $93,203 7.3% $339,900
Blandon 7,357 $109,417 5.2% $290,700
Shillington 5,492 $79,922 16.7% $203,500
Pennside 5,407 $77,192 6.1% $207,600
Whitfield 5,226 $126,740 6.1% $311,700
Birdsboro 5,116 $86,290 18.1% $224,000
Reiffton 4,575 $128,750 3.9% $318,500
West Reading 4,562 $65,885 14.8% $173,100
Amity Gardens 4,499 $95,438 20.0% $335,400

Cities Similar to Lorane

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lawnton4,765$84,861$222,60026.3%2.5%
East Petersburg4,591$91,930$259,30034.3%3.3%
Beaver4,374$81,156$254,10049.8%6.1%
Sellersville4,542$95,022$329,60034.6%7.8%
Spry4,909$82,723$225,10032.6%9.4%

Population Overview

Lorane is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Berks County. The total population is 4,601. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lorane is 46.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lorane is $84,293. This is 8% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $259,900. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lorane has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.

Education

31.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 88.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lorane, 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 Lorane, Pennsylvania?

Lorane, Pennsylvania has a population of 4,601 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lorane, PA?

The median household income in Lorane is $84,293, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lorane, PA?

The poverty rate in Lorane is 6.5%. This means approximately 297 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lorane, Pennsylvania?

Lorane's population is 85.4% White, 0.5% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lorane, PA?

The median home value in Lorane is $259,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Lorane, Pennsylvania?

31.9% of adults (25+) in Lorane hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.