Hanover, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hanover, Pennsylvania is 16,483 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 41st-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $64,135, the median home value is $200,900, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 9.4% since 2010 (15,294 → 16,728).
16,483
Population
4460
People / sq mi
$64,135
Median Income
$200,900
Median Home Value
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Hanover covers 3.7 sq mi of land at 4460 people per square mile.
About Hanover, PA
Remote work is unusually rare in Hanover: 3.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Hanover is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 16,483. It ranks #41 among cities in Pennsylvania by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $64,135, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 10.7%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $200,900, with typical rent around $1,095.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 16.4%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Hanover borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hanover borough had a population of 15,294 in 2010 and 16,728 in 2024, a 9.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,728 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.65%.
16,728
Population (2024)
15,294
Population (2010)
16,728
Peak (2024)
0.65%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,294 |
| 2011 | 15,324 |
| 2012 | 15,341 |
| 2013 | 15,360 |
| 2014 | 15,463 |
| 2015 | 15,480 |
| 2016 | 15,585 |
| 2017 | 15,593 |
| 2018 | 15,653 |
| 2019 | 15,719 |
| 2020 | 16,453 |
| 2021 | 16,523 |
| 2022 | 16,570 |
| 2023 | 16,634 |
| 2024 | 16,728 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$64,135
Median Household Income
$35,747
Per Capita Income
10.7%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$200,900
Median Home Value
$1,095
Median Rent
56.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.5%
High School+
16.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
81.4%
Public Transit
3.8%
Work From Home
23.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.0%
Foreign Born
91.0%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
18.6%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
89.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 22.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.7% |
| Construction | 8.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.4% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hanover, Pennsylvania has a population of 16,483 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 41st-largest city in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Hanover, Pennsylvania is $64,135, with 10.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hanover, Pennsylvania is $200,900, with median monthly rent at $1,095 and a homeownership rate of 56.2%.
The median age in Hanover, Pennsylvania is 40.7 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has grown 9.4% since 2010 (15,294 → 16,728).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.