Terre Hill, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Terre Hill, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,004, the 996th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
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 2.5%.
Terre Hill Quick Facts
How Terre Hill 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 | 1,024 | 1,004 | -2.0% |
| Median household income | $58,152 | $63,750 | +9.6% |
| Median home value | $255,400 | $279,200 | +9.3% |
How Terre Hill 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+)
Terre Hill 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 Terre Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misericordia University | 1,011 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| Hickory | 987 | $63,934 | $217,300 | 36.7% | 2.3% |
| University of Pittsburgh Bradford | 974 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Curtisville | 989 | $66,106 | $162,100 | 18.4% | 6.8% |
| White Haven | 1,014 | $67,656 | $175,300 | 23.6% | 17.1% |
Population Overview
Terre Hill is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. The total population is 1,004. It ranks as the 996th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Terre Hill is 34.1 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Terre Hill is $63,750. This is 18% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 46% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $279,200. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 57.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Terre Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
12.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 83.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Terre Hill, 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 Terre Hill, Pennsylvania?
Terre Hill, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,004 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Terre Hill, PA?
The median household income in Terre Hill is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Terre Hill, PA?
The poverty rate in Terre Hill is 17.1%. This means approximately 170 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Terre Hill, Pennsylvania?
Terre Hill's population is 92.8% White, 0.0% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Terre Hill, PA?
The median home value in Terre Hill is $279,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Terre Hill, Pennsylvania?
12.6% of adults (25+) in Terre Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.