Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.76 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,796 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 40,136 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 13,018 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 12,354 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 12,587 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35,226 (30.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,151 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $151,897 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $937/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 81,062 |
| Vacant Units | 6,301 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Erie is a city in Pennsylvania, located in Erie County. The city spans 26 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 179,893 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.33 years.
Economically, Erie is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $59,150 is below the national average. Approximately 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Erie is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $151,897, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $936 per month. Homeownership is high at 63.4%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Erie is well-educated. 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (77.4%).
Erie, PA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Pennsylvania. Spread across 26 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16501 | 1,919 | $14,579 | — | $411 | 15.4% | 29.0% | 3.2% |
| 16502 | 15,815 | $34,649 | $90,100 | $831 | 8.2% | 31.0% | 34.1% |
| 16503 | 15,204 | $29,108 | $55,400 | $837 | 12.4% | 21.9% | 37.4% |
| 16504 | 15,632 | $51,988 | $109,600 | $966 | 7.8% | 36.8% | 71.0% |
| 16505 | 15,631 | $71,370 | $196,600 | $871 | 5.5% | 54.2% | 75.0% |
| 16506 | 24,190 | $84,021 | $224,200 | $1,176 | 2.6% | 52.3% | 69.7% |
| 16507 | 8,653 | $34,474 | $66,300 | $1,016 | 4.8% | 28.6% | 33.2% |
| 16508 | 15,156 | $52,361 | $121,800 | $852 | 5.8% | 37.7% | 65.7% |
| 16509 | 28,133 | $68,880 | $207,500 | $1,074 | 2.7% | 45.7% | 71.1% |
| 16510 | 25,152 | $64,938 | $158,700 | $796 | 5.3% | 39.6% | 79.4% |
| 16511 | 11,709 | $71,644 | $162,100 | $871 | 2.2% | 47.2% | 73.7% |