Pottsville

PA

Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania

Population 144K |Median income $68,313 |3 hospitals

Population
143,558
Schuylkill County
Median Income
$68,313
Near average
Median Home Value
$153,000
-33% vs avg
Median Age
43.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
144K-3%
Median Income
$68,313+52%
Median Home Value
$153,000+64%
Poverty Rate
12.8%+0%
Unemployment
5.6%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$876/mo
Poverty Rate
12.8% -10% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19.9%
Work From Home 7.3%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 87.7%
African American 2.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.1%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.7/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
ST LUKE'S MINERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
COALDALE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
GEISINGER ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL
ORWIGSBURG · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★☆
SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET
POTTSVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Pottsville Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Pottsville, PA? ▼
Pottsville, PA has a population of 143,558 people, located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Pottsville? ▼
The median household income in Pottsville, PA is $68,313 per year. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
What is the median home value in Pottsville? ▼
The median home value in Pottsville, PA is $153,000. Median rent is $876/month.
What are the top health concerns in Pottsville? ▼
The top health indicators in Pottsville include Short Sleep Duration (40.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Pottsville? ▼
Pottsville has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Pottsville? ▼
The median age in Pottsville, PA is 43.7 years. 19.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pottsville, PA is located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 144K and a median household income of $68,313, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pottsville 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 (Schuylkill 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.