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Pennsylvania District 5

Congressional District in PA • 4 Counties

Pennsylvania's 5th congressional district is represented by Mary Gay Scanlon, a Democratic U.S. representative. Scanlon won the 2024 general election with 65.3% of the vote. The district has 765,322 residents, a median household income of $87,199 and a median age of 38.5, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Mary Gay Scanlon

Representative for Pennsylvania District 5
Democratic8 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

765,322

Total Population

$87,199

Median Household Income

38.5

Median Age

23.4%

College Educated

11.2%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

59.0% Whi
24.2% Bla
6.7% His
6.8% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 38.5 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $87,199 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Mary Gay Scanlon Democratic65.3%
Alfeia Goodwin Republican34.7%

Mary Gay Scanlon won by 30.6%

410,109 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Mary Gay Scanlon

Major Counties

Delaware, Chester, Montgomery and 1 more

Major Cities

Chester, Upper Darby, Norristown

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Pennsylvania District 5?
Mary Gay Scanlon (Democrat) currently represents Pennsylvania District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Pennsylvania District 5?
Pennsylvania District 5 includes 4 counties: Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Philadelphia.
What are the major cities in Pennsylvania District 5?
The major cities in this district include Chester, Upper Darby, Norristown.
What is the population of Pennsylvania District 5?
Pennsylvania District 5 has a population of approximately 765,322 residents.