Pennsylvania
Maps & Population Facts
Housing Estimates
Pennsylvania is the 5th most populated state and most known for its two major cities Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Philadelphia has a population over 1.5 million and is one of the top ten most populated states in the United States. Pittsburgh is a unique city which sits between 3 rivers and has a growing technology industry.
The state ranks average in most economic categories, but has a higher corporate tax and has experienced much less population growth compared with other states.
Income
Households in the state of Pennsylvania earn slightly less money than the national median income, averaging 2% less per household.
Housing
Pennsylvania has a median house price of $181,200. The cost of homeownership is slightly less than most states. The cost of renting in Pennsylvania is 12% less than the national average.
| Percent | Ranking | |
|---|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Households | 32% | 35th |
| New Construction (Built after 2000) | 12% | 46th |
Demographics
The median age in the state is 41. Pennsylvania has a population that is older than in comparison to the US median age.
Pennsylvania ranks average for having an educated population. The percent of residents who have a college degree is comparable with other states.
Housing Data
| Pennsylvania | USA | |
| Median Property Value | 181,200 | 217,600 |
| Median Mortgage Payment | 1,438 | 1,513 |
| Median Gross Rent | 893 | 1,012 |
| Property Vacancy | 12.0% | 12.6% |
| % Renters | 32% | 36% |
| Residents per Sq. Mi. | 286 | 93 |
| Pennsylvania | USA | |
| Median Household Income | 59,195 | 60,336 |
| Median Individual Income | 35,000 | 33,646 |
| Median Income (Full-Time) | 48,275 | 46,881 |
| Median Age | 40.8 | 38.1 |
| Labor Participation | 62.9% | 62.8% |
| Attained College Degree | 31.4% | 32.0% |
Population Density Analysis
Demographics
Most Populated Cities
| 1. | Philadelphia | 1,569,657 |
| 2. | Pittsburgh | 305,012 |
| 3. | Allentown | 120,128 |
| 4. | Erie | 98,970 |
| 5. | Reading | 88,275 |
Highest Household Income
| 1. | Sewickley Heights | 207,250 |
| 2. | Birmingham | 171,713 |
| 3. | Fox Chapel | 162,054 |
| 4. | Upper Uwchlan | 156,432 |
| 5. | Ben Avon Heights | 153,125 |
Highest Home Value
| 1. | Sewickley Heights | 942,300 |
| 2. | Upper Makefield | 693,500 |
| 3. | Wrightstown | 668,200 |
| 4. | Easttown | 645,800 |
| 5. | Radnor | 640,200 |
Highest Gross Rent
| 1. | Upper Makefield | 2,631 |
| 2. | Birmingham | 2,605 |
| 3. | Aleppo | 2,452 |
| 4. | Middletown | 2,313 |
| 5. | Edgmont | 2,313 |