Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Susquehanna County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 38,349. It is the 54th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Susquehanna County is 48.6 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. 10.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Susquehanna County is $66,930. 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 10.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $206,700. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $240,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Susquehanna County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 91.5%.