Indiana County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Indiana County, Pennsylvania has a population of 83,213, the 34th most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $58,739 and the median home value is $145,400. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Indiana 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 Indiana County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana borough | 14,170 | $44,784 | 19.8% | $123,300 |
| Blairsville borough | 3,211 | $55,893 | 17.1% | $109,100 |
| Homer City borough | 1,716 | $60,893 | 7.3% | $117,300 |
| Clymer borough | 1,133 | $43,750 | 15.5% | $74,800 |
| Saltsburg borough | 703 | $63,750 | 10.0% | $159,700 |
| Marion Center borough | 476 | $41,875 | 39.5% | $137,500 |
| Ernest borough | 368 | $68,750 | 15.5% | $81,000 |
| Creekside borough | 359 | $50,893 | 13.8% | $67,200 |
| Cherry Tree borough | 270 | $65,991 | 5.2% | $106,300 |
| Plumville borough | 225 | $48,750 | 20.4% | $91,300 |
| Glen Campbell borough | 169 | $46,250 | 15.3% | $54,100 |
| Armagh borough | 76 | $74,643 | 2.6% | $107,800 |
| Shelocta borough | 59 | $51,250 | 10.2% | N/A |
| Smicksburg borough | 56 | $56,000 | 12.5% | $85,000 |
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Population Overview
Indiana County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 83,213. It is the 34th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 14 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Indiana County is 39.5 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Indiana County is $58,739. This is 23% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 26% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $145,400. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Indiana County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Indiana County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 92.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Indiana County, Pennsylvania?
Indiana County has a population of 83,213, making it the 34th most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Indiana County?
The median household income in Indiana County is $58,739 with a poverty rate of 12.8%.
How many cities are in Indiana County, Pennsylvania?
Indiana County contains 14 Census-designated places.