Salunga, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Salunga, Pennsylvania had a total population of 3,355, the 424th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $61,442, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Salunga Quick Facts
How Salunga 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 | 3,066 | 3,355 | +9.4% |
| Median household income | $80,694 | $61,442 | -23.9% |
| Median home value | $287,200 | $280,900 | -2.2% |
How Salunga 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+)
Salunga Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Lancaster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | 57,719 | $63,690 | 20.3% | $219,500 |
| Ephrata | 13,772 | $69,735 | 7.9% | $224,400 |
| Elizabethtown | 11,925 | $76,105 | 7.6% | $238,700 |
| Columbia | 10,278 | $54,437 | 21.4% | $196,500 |
| Willow Street | 9,647 | $109,675 | 3.3% | $314,700 |
| Lititz | 9,619 | $88,576 | 4.1% | $299,900 |
| Millersville | 8,982 | $67,866 | 23.1% | $277,600 |
| Mount Joy | 8,344 | $90,061 | 9.1% | $266,500 |
| Leola | 7,448 | $91,154 | 4.8% | $339,200 |
| New Holland | 5,780 | $63,182 | 10.7% | $238,100 |
Cities Similar to Salunga
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nesquehoning | 3,344 | $61,354 | $122,500 | 16.6% | 12.9% |
| Penbrook | 3,266 | $62,312 | $168,100 | 38.3% | 7.4% |
| Coplay | 3,466 | $61,906 | $215,800 | 19.1% | 11.9% |
| Ebensburg | 3,321 | $58,179 | $174,700 | 39.4% | 9.5% |
| Springdale | 3,319 | $65,893 | $153,900 | 29.1% | 3.9% |
Population Overview
Salunga is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 3,355. It ranks as the 424th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Salunga is 47.8 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Salunga is $61,442. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $280,900. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 84.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Salunga has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
38.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher 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 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Salunga, 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 Salunga, Pennsylvania?
Salunga, Pennsylvania has a population of 3,355 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Salunga, PA?
The median household income in Salunga is $61,442, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Salunga, PA?
The poverty rate in Salunga is 12.3%. This means approximately 412 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Salunga, Pennsylvania?
Salunga's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Salunga, PA?
The median home value in Salunga is $280,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Salunga, Pennsylvania?
38.3% of adults (25+) in Salunga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.