McKean County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

McKean County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 40,149. It is the 52nd most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in McKean County is 43.8 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in McKean County is $61,705. This is 19% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $98,700. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, McKean County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

McKean County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (2.2%) 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 (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 92.5%.