Yorkana, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Yorkana, Pennsylvania had a total population of 247, the 1655th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Yorkana Quick Facts
How Yorkana 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 | 217 | 247 | +13.8% |
| Median household income | $70,625 | $66,250 | -6.2% |
| Median home value | $198,600 | $225,700 | +13.6% |
How Yorkana 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+)
Yorkana 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 Yorkana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aristes | 246 | N/A | $150,000 | 13.9% | 13.8% |
| Springville | 246 | $66,731 | $202,600 | 21.0% | 2.0% |
| North Vandergrift | 249 | N/A | $45,800 | 0.0% | 36.1% |
| Heilwood | 239 | $66,458 | $85,600 | 15.0% | 5.4% |
| Dryville | 256 | N/A | $234,800 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 247, Yorkana'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
Yorkana is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within York County. The total population is 247. It ranks as the 1655th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Yorkana is 37.4 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Yorkana is $66,250. This is 15% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $225,700. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Yorkana is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.0% of the population. Asian residents account for 4.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
10.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Yorkana, 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 Yorkana, Pennsylvania?
Yorkana, Pennsylvania has a population of 247 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Yorkana, PA?
The median household income in Yorkana is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Yorkana, PA?
The poverty rate in Yorkana is 6.9%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Yorkana, Pennsylvania?
Yorkana's population is 83.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Yorkana, PA?
The median home value in Yorkana is $225,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Yorkana, Pennsylvania?
10.8% of adults (25+) in Yorkana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.