Gap, PA is a small town located in Lancaster County with a population of 2,381 people and a population density of 761 people per square mile. In comparison, the total US Population is 329,725,481 and its population density is 93 people per square mile. This makes Gap a great place to live due to its slower-paced atmosphere; it's surrounded by rural farmland offering ample outdoor recreational activities year-round.
One popular local business in Gap is Esh Family Market which offers quality produce and locally made products. Another small business is Dutchland Hardware & Rental that provides all your home improvement needs from lawn equipment to plumbing supplies. There are also many restaurants such as Cafe on the Square that offer delicious homemade meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Furthermore, there are several outdoors activities that can be enjoyed in Gap such as fishing at Muddy Run Park or hiking trails at Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Additionally, the Red Run Rod & Gun Club hosts sporting clays events throughout the year where residents gather for friendly competition and camaraderie. Lastly, Gap is home to the Midway Fire Company No 1 which provides fire safety services for the community as well as educational programs regarding fire safety awareness for children and adults alike.
The population in Gap is 2,381. There are 847 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gap is 34.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gap is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gap
- 57.8% are married
- 4.4% are divorced
- 38.4% are married with children
- 9.4% have children, but are single
Race in Gap
- 85.2% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 2.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 7.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander