Clarion County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Clarion County, Pennsylvania has a population of 37,297, the 57th most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $60,668 and the median home value is $152,100. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Clarion County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 43 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Clarion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarion borough | 4,202 | $42,063 | 23.8% | $155,300 |
| Rimersburg borough | 1,079 | $57,250 | 18.6% | $85,000 |
| East Brady borough | 1,070 | $58,438 | 10.7% | $139,700 |
| Knox borough | 1,032 | $55,380 | 12.1% | $117,800 |
| New Bethlehem borough | 909 | $39,632 | 22.4% | $144,700 |
| Sligo borough | 750 | $52,500 | 19.2% | $111,500 |
| Strattanville borough | 645 | $54,194 | 13.1% | $152,900 |
| Shippenville borough | 579 | $46,016 | 14.1% | $100,900 |
| Hawthorn borough | 485 | $46,696 | 7.8% | $91,400 |
| Petersburg borough | 343 | $71,250 | 6.1% | $104,900 |
| Foxburg borough | 272 | $72,500 | 4.8% | $168,800 |
| St. Petersburg borough | 256 | $59,792 | 8.2% | $92,100 |
| Callensburg borough | 134 | $48,750 | 1.5% | $63,800 |
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Population Overview
Clarion County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 37,297. It is the 57th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 13 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clarion County is 41.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clarion County is $60,668. This is 20% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $152,100. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Clarion County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clarion County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Clarion County, Pennsylvania?
Clarion County has a population of 37,297, making it the 57th most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Clarion County?
The median household income in Clarion County is $60,668 with a poverty rate of 13.9%.
How many cities are in Clarion County, Pennsylvania?
Clarion County contains 13 Census-designated places.