Wellsville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wellsville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 239, the 1665th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $92,321, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
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 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Wellsville Quick Facts
How Wellsville 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 | 247 | 239 | -3.2% |
| Median household income | $88,750 | $92,321 | +4.0% |
| Median home value | $208,000 | $203,100 | -2.4% |
How Wellsville 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+)
Wellsville 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 |
| Red Lion | 6,516 | $72,901 | 16.0% | $177,400 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Wellsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elberta | 234 | $93,750 | $166,700 | 16.8% | 6.0% |
| Aristes | 246 | N/A | $150,000 | 13.9% | 13.8% |
| North Vandergrift | 249 | N/A | $45,800 | 0.0% | 36.1% |
| Dryville | 256 | N/A | $234,800 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
| Gray (Somerset County) | 252 | $89,107 | $105,000 | 13.0% | 8.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 239, Wellsville'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
Wellsville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within York County. The total population is 239. It ranks as the 1665th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wellsville is 44.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wellsville is $92,321. This is 18% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $203,100. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Wellsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wellsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% 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%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wellsville, 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 Wellsville, Pennsylvania?
Wellsville, Pennsylvania has a population of 239 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wellsville, PA?
The median household income in Wellsville is $92,321, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wellsville, PA?
The poverty rate in Wellsville is 8.0%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wellsville, Pennsylvania?
Wellsville's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wellsville, PA?
The median home value in Wellsville is $203,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Wellsville, Pennsylvania?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Wellsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.