Salona, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Salona, Pennsylvania had a total population of 357, the 1510th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $101,667, which is 30% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
Salona Quick Facts
How Salona 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 | 326 | 357 | +9.5% |
| Median household income | $61,731 | $101,667 | +64.7% |
| Median home value | $239,400 | $266,100 | +11.2% |
How Salona 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+)
Salona Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Clinton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lock Haven | 8,447 | $46,102 | 20.9% | $137,300 |
| Mill Hall | 1,364 | $54,333 | 16.1% | $151,700 |
| Dunnstown | 1,331 | $88,194 | 9.8% | $218,100 |
| Flemington | 1,322 | $53,824 | 17.6% | $158,000 |
| Avis | 1,171 | $60,625 | 9.2% | $166,700 |
| Castanea | 1,138 | $63,229 | 7.2% | $126,900 |
| Renovo | 1,045 | $27,716 | 40.9% | $59,200 |
| McElhattan | 1,036 | $71,250 | 12.5% | $215,500 |
| Woolrich | 815 | $62,895 | 13.4% | $231,100 |
| Beech Creek | 678 | $56,111 | 16.3% | $168,900 |
Cities Similar to Salona
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cashtown | 346 | N/A | $298,800 | 10.7% | 14.4% |
| Parkhill | 346 | N/A | $108,300 | 41.5% | 9.0% |
| Madison | 355 | $93,929 | $241,300 | 16.7% | 1.7% |
| Mohrsville | 341 | N/A | $245,600 | 32.9% | 0.0% |
| Virginville | 336 | $102,019 | $350,000 | 10.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 357, Salona'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
Salona is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Clinton County. The total population is 357. It ranks as the 1510th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Salona is 44.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Salona is $101,667. This is 30% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $266,100. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Salona is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Salona was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.2% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
18.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Salona, 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 Salona, Pennsylvania?
Salona, Pennsylvania has a population of 357 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Salona, PA?
The median household income in Salona is $101,667, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Salona, PA?
The poverty rate in Salona is 6.2%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Salona, Pennsylvania?
Salona's population is 99.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Salona, PA?
The median home value in Salona is $266,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Salona, Pennsylvania?
18.2% of adults (25+) in Salona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.