Erie, Pennsylvania

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
94,826
Population
$43,135
Median Income
$101,500
Home Value
35.0
Median Age

Demographics

Erie has a population of 94,826 with a median age of 35.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
69.8%
Black
16.3%
Hispanic
8.3%
Other
3.1%
Asian
2.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population94,826
Median Age35.0
White69.8%
Black or African American16.3%
Asian2.5%
Hispanic or Latino8.3%
Other / Two or More Races3.1%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Erie is $43,135, which is 42.6% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $25,090. The poverty rate is 24.3%.

$43,135
Median Household Income
$25,090
Per Capita Income
24.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Erie is 6.8%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Erie, 88.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 22.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.2% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
88.6%
Bachelor's+
22.4%
Graduate+
7.2%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher88.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher22.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree7.2%

Housing

The median home value in Erie is $101,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $809. The homeownership rate is 52.6%.

$101,500
Median Home Value
$809/mo
Median Rent
52.6%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$101,500
Median Monthly Rent$809
Homeownership Rate52.6%
Vacancy Rate9.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Erie, Pennsylvania?
The population of Erie, Pennsylvania is 94,826 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Erie, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Erie, Pennsylvania is $43,135. This is 42.6% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Erie, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Erie, Pennsylvania is $101,500. The median monthly rent is $809.
What percentage of people in Erie have a college degree?
In Erie, Pennsylvania, 22.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.6% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Erie, Pennsylvania an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Erie, Pennsylvania is 2.4x (median home value $101,500 vs. median income $43,135), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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