Greene County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Greene County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 35,265. It is the 58th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greene County is 43.0 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Greene County is $66,870. This is 12% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $146,200. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Greene County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Greene County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

21.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 89.9%.