Pennsylvania is a state in the Northeast region of the United States, known for the Pocono Mountains, Amish Country, and industrial heritage. It has a population of 13,139,800, making it the 5th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Harrisburg. Pennsylvania has a diverse economy spanning manufacturing and services.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Pennsylvania includes 75.8% White, 10.73% Black or African American, 3.7% Asian, 3.43% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,844,082 | 75.8% |
| Black or African American | 1,393,612 | 10.73% |
| Two or more races | 794,713 | 6.12% |
| Asian | 480,439 | 3.7% |
| Other race | 445,130 | 3.43% |
| Native American | 23,921 | 0.18% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 4,614 | 0.04% |
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Pennsylvania's average per capita income is $52,040. Household income levels show a median of $76,081. The poverty rate stands at 11.78%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $115,332 | $147,046 |
| Families | $97,349 | $126,984 |
| Households | $76,081 | $104,925 |
| Non Families | $44,365 | $63,424 |
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Pennsylvania’s population shifts reflect significant urban changes, with Philadelphia County declining 5.2% despite remaining largest at 1.5 million residents. While major urban centers lose population, suburban counties show strong growth, with Cumberland County and Pike County growing over 5%. Rural counties face substantial challenges, particularly in the southwest and north-central regions, where Forest County has lost 11.7% of its population and Clearfield County declined 6% since 2020.