Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.10 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,059 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 65,079 (36.7%) |
| Some College | 19,854 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 18,221 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 18,944 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 52,994 (29.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,237 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,158 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $913/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 122,310 |
| Vacant Units | 10,798 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Erie County is located in Pennsylvania and encompasses 46 ZIP codes spanning 19 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 272,769 residents. With a median age of 40.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Erie County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,237 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Erie County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $165,158 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $912. Homeownership rates are high at 68.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Erie County are primarily White (82.47%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Erie County, PA is a solidly middle-class area in Pennsylvania. The 46 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16401 | Albion | 3,842 | $67,976 | $152,100 | $636 | 6.8% | 28.9% |
| 16407 | Corry | 10,555 | $48,962 | $127,900 | $694 | 9.0% | 33.8% |
| 16410 | Cranesville | 1,987 | $91,250 | $171,500 | $917 | 2.8% | 36.8% |
| 16411 | East Springfield | 1,287 | $67,000 | $144,200 | $794 | 9.3% | 32.9% |
| 16412 | Edinboro | 9,726 | $67,659 | $221,900 | $883 | 5.5% | 61.2% |
| 16501 | Erie | 1,919 | $14,579 | — | $411 | 15.4% | 29.0% |
| 16502 | Erie | 15,815 | $34,649 | $90,100 | $831 | 8.2% | 31.0% |
| 16503 | Erie | 15,204 | $29,108 | $55,400 | $837 | 12.4% | 21.9% |
| 16504 | Erie | 15,632 | $51,988 | $109,600 | $966 | 7.8% | 36.8% |
| 16505 | Erie | 15,631 | $71,370 | $196,600 | $871 | 5.5% | 54.2% |
| 16506 | Erie | 24,190 | $84,021 | $224,200 | $1,176 | 2.6% | 52.3% |
| 16507 | Erie | 8,653 | $34,474 | $66,300 | $1,016 | 4.8% | 28.6% |
| 16508 | Erie | 15,156 | $52,361 | $121,800 | $852 | 5.8% | 37.7% |
| 16509 | Erie | 28,133 | $68,880 | $207,500 | $1,074 | 2.7% | 45.7% |
| 16510 | Erie | 25,152 | $64,938 | $158,700 | $796 | 5.3% | 39.6% |
| 16511 | Erie | 11,709 | $71,644 | $162,100 | $871 | 2.2% | 47.2% |
| 16415 | Fairview | 10,251 | $105,604 | $286,300 | $1,229 | 5.1% | 53.7% |
| 16417 | Girard | 8,400 | $80,410 | $179,900 | $666 | 5.0% | 40.5% |
| 16421 | Harborcreek | 2,251 | $68,088 | $191,700 | $809 | 1.7% | 38.4% |
| 16423 | Lake City | 3,880 | $73,523 | $157,800 | $806 | 3.4% | 38.5% |
| 16426 | Mc Kean | 3,324 | $79,554 | $219,300 | $975 | 7.5% | 32.2% |
| 16427 | Mill Village | 228 | $58,636 | $113,800 | $643 | 4.2% | 24.3% |
| 16428 | North East | 12,508 | $77,103 | $188,100 | $758 | 5.0% | 40.0% |
| 16430 | North Springfield | 118 | $125,833 | — | — | 0.0% | 79.0% |
| 16438 | Union City | 7,489 | $60,559 | $134,400 | $743 | 8.8% | 25.1% |
| 16441 | Waterford | 9,485 | $78,367 | $219,800 | $950 | 5.9% | 34.6% |
| 16442 | Wattsburg | 3,091 | $69,185 | $193,300 | $1,301 | 5.1% | 32.1% |
| 16443 | West Springfield | 1,170 | $75,806 | $168,000 | $1,360 | 1.4% | 24.2% |