Erie

PA

Erie County, Pennsylvania

Population 269K |Median income $63,354 |5 hospitals

Population
269,052
Erie County
Median Income
$63,354
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$177,000
-22% vs avg
Median Age
40.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
269K-4%
Median Income
$63,354+40%
Median Home Value
$177,000+54%
Poverty Rate
15%-11%
Unemployment
5.4%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$904/mo
Poverty Rate
15% +6% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.3%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 82.7%
African American 7.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
Asian 2.2%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.3%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
1
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
3
UPMC HAMOT
ERIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SAINT VINCENT HOSPITAL
ERIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
LECOM MEDICAL CENTER AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PAV
ERIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Erie Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Erie, PA?
Erie, PA has a population of 269,052 people, located in Erie County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Erie?
The median household income in Erie, PA is $63,354 per year. The poverty rate is 15%.
What is the median home value in Erie?
The median home value in Erie, PA is $177,000. Median rent is $904/month.
What are the top health concerns in Erie?
The top health indicators in Erie include Short Sleep Duration (36.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Erie?
Erie has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Erie?
The median age in Erie, PA is 40.2 years. 30.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Erie, PA is located in Erie County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 269K and a median household income of $63,354, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Erie area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Erie County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.