Red Lion, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Red Lion, Pennsylvania had a total population of 6,516, the 192nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $72,901, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Red Lion Quick Facts
How Red Lion 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 | 6,494 | 6,516 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $63,672 | $72,901 | +14.5% |
| Median home value | $172,000 | $177,400 | +3.1% |
How Red Lion 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+)
Red Lion Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in York County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York | 44,938 | $48,420 | 21.1% | $119,700 |
| Hanover | 16,584 | $61,293 | 14.5% | $212,800 |
| Weigelstown | 15,485 | $73,722 | 7.1% | $219,500 |
| Shiloh | 11,246 | $94,324 | 1.3% | $245,600 |
| East York | 9,388 | $88,021 | 6.3% | $232,700 |
| Parkville | 8,128 | $77,352 | 11.8% | $222,400 |
| West York | 5,092 | $80,995 | 12.0% | $123,600 |
| New Freedom | 5,066 | $120,037 | 4.0% | $370,900 |
| Spry | 4,909 | $82,723 | 9.4% | $225,100 |
| Grantley | 4,775 | $167,069 | 6.5% | $429,400 |
Cities Similar to Red Lion
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enola | 6,534 | $72,135 | $171,700 | 21.1% | 5.0% |
| Taylor | 6,265 | $71,599 | $182,500 | 21.2% | 11.4% |
| Homeacre-Lyndora | 6,783 | $74,217 | $202,800 | 33.2% | 11.0% |
| Clifton Heights | 6,832 | $70,931 | $192,900 | 17.5% | 15.7% |
| Hellertown | 6,118 | $72,813 | $256,200 | 30.8% | 4.8% |
Population Overview
Red Lion is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within York County. The total population is 6,516. It ranks as the 192nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Red Lion is 35.5 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Red Lion is $72,901. This is 7% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $177,400. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Red Lion is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Red Lion is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 84.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Red Lion, 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 Red Lion, Pennsylvania?
Red Lion, Pennsylvania has a population of 6,516 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Red Lion, PA?
The median household income in Red Lion is $72,901, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Red Lion, PA?
The poverty rate in Red Lion is 16.0%. This means approximately 1,031 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Red Lion, Pennsylvania?
Red Lion's population is 84.2% White, 5.5% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Red Lion, PA?
The median home value in Red Lion is $177,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Red Lion, Pennsylvania?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Red Lion hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.