Jefferson County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Jefferson County, Pennsylvania has a population of 44,099, the 48th most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $56,898 and the median home value is $126,700. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Jefferson 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 Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney borough | 5,689 | $43,097 | 21.4% | $102,500 |
| Brookville borough | 3,959 | $56,215 | 14.5% | $128,400 |
| Reynoldsville borough | 2,622 | $46,433 | 23.1% | $89,000 |
| Brockway borough | 2,044 | $54,293 | 10.2% | $125,200 |
| Falls Creek borough | 1,084 | $47,589 | 17.3% | $104,700 |
| Sykesville borough | 978 | $37,346 | 18.0% | $85,900 |
| Big Run borough | 498 | $54,722 | 20.8% | $102,000 |
| Summerville borough | 458 | $50,625 | 18.2% | $78,000 |
| Corsica borough | 406 | $49,125 | 16.9% | $106,500 |
| Timblin borough | 187 | $59,375 | 15.5% | $49,500 |
| Worthville borough | 49 | $58,125 | 2.0% | $151,100 |
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Population Overview
Jefferson County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 44,099. It is the 48th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jefferson County is 43.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jefferson County is $56,898. This is 25% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $126,700. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Jefferson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jefferson County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 91.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jefferson County, Pennsylvania?
Jefferson County has a population of 44,099, making it the 48th most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Jefferson County?
The median household income in Jefferson County is $56,898 with a poverty rate of 15.3%.
How many cities are in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania?
Jefferson County contains 11 Census-designated places.