Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania had a total population of 706, the 1178th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $56,773, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Rohrerstown Quick Facts
How Rohrerstown 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 | 732 | 706 | -3.6% |
| Median home value | $272,500 | $281,100 | +3.2% |
How Rohrerstown 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+)
Rohrerstown Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Cities Similar to Rohrerstown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Springs | 704 | $54,896 | $125,500 | 18.3% | 16.6% |
| Noxen | 690 | $56,964 | $156,900 | 7.5% | 14.5% |
| Kapp Heights | 712 | $54,797 | $152,500 | 16.5% | 5.8% |
| Cokeburg | 684 | N/A | $162,500 | 24.3% | 8.3% |
| Ranshaw | 708 | $53,349 | $69,100 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 706, Rohrerstown'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
Rohrerstown is a small community located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 706. It ranks as the 1178th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rohrerstown is 21.0 years. This is 49% lower than the state median of 40.9 years. With 36.7% of the population under 18, Rohrerstown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rohrerstown is $56,773. This is 27% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 70% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Rohrerstown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $281,100. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 29.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Rohrerstown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (19.7% vs 8.7%).
Education
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rohrerstown, 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 Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania?
Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania has a population of 706 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rohrerstown, PA?
The median household income in Rohrerstown is $56,773, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rohrerstown, PA?
The poverty rate in Rohrerstown is 19.9%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania?
Rohrerstown's population is 78.2% White, 0.0% Black, 19.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rohrerstown, PA?
The median home value in Rohrerstown is $281,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.
How educated is Rohrerstown, Pennsylvania?
8.3% of adults (25+) in Rohrerstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.