Platea, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Platea, Pennsylvania had a total population of 591, the 1267th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $67,125, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Platea Quick Facts
How Platea Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 462 | 591 | +27.9% |
| Median household income | $67,500 | $67,125 | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $166,100 | $173,600 | +4.5% |
How Platea Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Platea Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Erie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erie | 93,850 | $46,113 | 23.3% | $115,200 |
| Northwest Harborcreek | 8,753 | $93,617 | 6.8% | $225,800 |
| Corry | 6,116 | $48,618 | 25.9% | $96,800 |
| Edinboro | 5,440 | $48,173 | 20.5% | $222,700 |
| North East | 4,054 | $68,828 | 19.2% | $167,000 |
| Lawrence Park | 3,775 | $74,548 | 15.0% | $138,800 |
| Wesleyville | 3,179 | $48,952 | 16.0% | $108,600 |
| Girard | 2,962 | $71,165 | 8.8% | $160,500 |
| Lake City | 2,895 | $75,048 | 10.8% | $165,600 |
| Union City | 2,887 | $44,004 | 23.7% | $88,100 |
Cities Similar to Platea
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel | 587 | N/A | $118,200 | 11.3% | 51.6% |
| Blaine Hill | 587 | N/A | $158,000 | 7.5% | 46.9% |
| Mocanaqua | 593 | $67,981 | $108,000 | 12.3% | 15.7% |
| Greens Landing | 593 | $69,219 | $119,000 | 32.7% | 33.1% |
| Grindstone | 580 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 16.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 591, Platea's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Platea is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Erie County. The total population is 591. It ranks as the 1267th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Platea is 47.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Platea is $67,125. This is 14% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 93% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $173,600. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Platea is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Platea has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Platea, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Platea, Pennsylvania?
Platea, Pennsylvania has a population of 591 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Platea, PA?
The median household income in Platea is $67,125, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Platea, PA?
The poverty rate in Platea is 11.2%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Platea, Pennsylvania?
Platea's population is 93.4% White, 0.0% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Platea, PA?
The median home value in Platea is $173,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Platea, Pennsylvania?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Platea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.