Millsboro, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Millsboro, Pennsylvania had a total population of 282, the 1607th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 22.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Millsboro Quick Facts
How Millsboro 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 | 313 | 282 | -9.9% |
How Millsboro 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+)
Millsboro Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13,368 | $52,975 | 16.8% | $128,200 |
| Canonsburg | 9,675 | $79,227 | 6.3% | $213,200 |
| California | 4,864 | $48,606 | 28.9% | $152,200 |
| Donora | 4,527 | $39,544 | 29.6% | $62,300 |
| McGovern | 4,393 | $107,395 | 0.5% | $320,300 |
| McMurray | 4,286 | $155,077 | 2.6% | $391,700 |
| Charleroi | 4,202 | $43,265 | 30.8% | $52,800 |
| Monongahela | 4,109 | $59,861 | 12.3% | $114,300 |
| Thompsonville | 3,646 | $128,422 | 1.6% | $436,900 |
| Centerville (Washington County) | 3,235 | $71,250 | 4.5% | $120,600 |
Cities Similar to Millsboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlin | 281 | $153,559 | $161,200 | 13.1% | 0.0% |
| Moshannon | 284 | $52,604 | $129,700 | 7.4% | 22.2% |
| New Ringgold | 284 | $53,750 | $122,100 | 9.2% | 17.5% |
| Crenshaw | 280 | $76,000 | $174,000 | 8.3% | 10.0% |
| Elco | 280 | $83,224 | $159,400 | 18.8% | 20.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 282, Millsboro'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
Millsboro is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Washington County. The total population is 282. It ranks as the 1607th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Millsboro is 37.2 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. Only 13.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 22.3%. This is 91% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Millsboro, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 79.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Millsboro was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
27.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 91.0%. Notably, 27.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Millsboro, 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 Millsboro, Pennsylvania?
Millsboro, Pennsylvania has a population of 282 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Millsboro, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Millsboro — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Millsboro, PA?
The poverty rate in Millsboro is 22.3%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Millsboro, Pennsylvania?
Millsboro's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Millsboro, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Millsboro — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Millsboro, Pennsylvania?
27.1% of adults (25+) in Millsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 27.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.