State College

PA

Centre County, Pennsylvania

Population 159K |Median income $74,291 |2 hospitals

Population
158,576
Centre County
Median Income
$74,291
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$323,500
+42% vs avg
Median Age
34.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
159K+3%
Median Income
$74,291+48%
Median Home Value
$323,500+68%
Poverty Rate
16.3%-20%
Unemployment
4.2%-28%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Poverty Rate
16.3% +15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 46.2%
Work From Home 15.3%
Public Transit 3.2%

Population

White 83.9%
Asian 5.8%
African American 3.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
MOUNT NITTANY MEDICAL CENTER
STATE COLLEGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — State College 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 · 35m 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 State College, PA? ▼
State College, PA has a population of 158,576 people, located in Centre County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in State College? ▼
The median household income in State College, PA is $74,291 per year. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
What is the median home value in State College? ▼
The median home value in State College, PA is $323,500. Median rent is $1,207/month.
What are the top health concerns in State College? ▼
The top health indicators in State College include Short Sleep Duration (35.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in State College? ▼
State College has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in State College? ▼
The median age in State College, PA is 34.2 years. 46.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

State College, PA is located in Centre County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 159K and a median household income of $74,291, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the State College 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 (Centre 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.