Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 592 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 29,409 (40.7%) |
| Some College | 8,030 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 7,917 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 7,688 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,694 (25.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,363 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,764 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $796/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 51,435 |
| Vacant Units | 5,539 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mercer County is located in Pennsylvania and encompasses 20 ZIP codes spanning 20 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 108,864 residents. With a median age of 45.29, it is a mature county.
Mercer County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,362 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Mercer County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $150,764 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $796. Homeownership rates are high at 73.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mercer County are primarily White (88.42%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mercer County, PA is a solidly middle-class area in Pennsylvania. The 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16311 | Carlton | 397 | $73,750 | $115,400 | $708 | 0.0% | 23.1% |
| 16113 | Clark | 351 | $59,625 | $214,000 | — | 9.1% | 41.5% |
| 16114 | Clarks Mills | 575 | $63,750 | $169,200 | $488 | 8.6% | 25.8% |
| 16121 | Farrell | 4,290 | $39,412 | $76,500 | $879 | 8.4% | 27.0% |
| 16124 | Fredonia | 1,656 | $56,597 | $165,200 | $791 | 4.1% | 21.8% |
| 16125 | Greenville | 17,088 | $56,851 | $125,700 | $773 | 6.4% | 32.6% |
| 16127 | Grove City | 15,295 | $69,842 | $199,500 | $863 | 3.4% | 44.8% |
| 16130 | Hadley | 1,876 | $57,171 | $152,000 | $815 | 2.7% | 26.7% |
| 16148 | Hermitage | 16,563 | $72,680 | $186,000 | $868 | 4.4% | 46.7% |
| 16133 | Jackson Center | 1,528 | $79,813 | $180,700 | $990 | 3.3% | 30.5% |
| 16134 | Jamestown | 4,080 | $57,798 | $136,700 | $750 | 4.9% | 28.5% |
| 16137 | Mercer | 12,327 | $69,975 | $176,800 | $635 | 5.6% | 33.5% |
| 16145 | Sandy Lake | 2,674 | $64,500 | $168,000 | $765 | 5.4% | 38.0% |
| 16146 | Sharon | 13,033 | $44,736 | $78,900 | $780 | 8.9% | 32.5% |
| 16150 | Sharpsville | 7,053 | $61,638 | $135,800 | $810 | 5.9% | 37.8% |
| 16151 | Sheakleyville | 57 | $73,958 | $91,400 | — | 0.0% | 7.7% |
| 16153 | Stoneboro | 2,303 | $64,625 | $149,100 | $834 | 1.2% | 37.8% |
| 16154 | Transfer | 2,351 | $70,441 | $167,400 | — | 1.8% | 28.9% |
| 16159 | West Middlesex | 4,664 | $70,482 | $169,700 | $800 | 3.9% | 36.1% |
| 16161 | Wheatland | 703 | $43,625 | $64,600 | $796 | 9.9% | 36.5% |