Bucks County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 4th-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Bucks County, Pennsylvania is 645,993 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $111,951, the median home value is $421,700, and the median age is 44.1.
The population of Bucks County has grown 3.9% since 2010 (625,572 → 650,131), a +0.28% annualized rate.
645,993
Population
+0.28%
Annual growth
1069
People / sq mi
$111,951
Median Income
$421,700
Median Home Value
Bucks County covers 604 sq mi of land at 1068.7 people per square mile.
About Bucks County, PA
Bucks County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of 645,993. It ranks #4 among counties in Pennsylvania by population. The median age is 44.1, older than the national median. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The median household income in Bucks County is $111,951, above the US median of $74,580. 4.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $421,700, with monthly rent averaging $1,537. The homeownership rate of 78.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Bucks County reflects 43.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 17.3% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.6 minutes each way.
Bucks County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Bucks County had a population of 625,572 in 2010 and 650,131 in 2024, a 3.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 650,131 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.28%.
650,131
Population (2024)
625,572
Population (2010)
650,131
Peak (2024)
0.28%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 625,572 |
| 2011 | 626,164 |
| 2012 | 625,603 |
| 2013 | 625,325 |
| 2014 | 625,618 |
| 2015 | 625,670 |
| 2016 | 626,369 |
| 2017 | 627,302 |
| 2018 | 628,183 |
| 2019 | 628,497 |
| 2020 | 646,190 |
| 2021 | 647,489 |
| 2022 | 645,871 |
| 2023 | 647,625 |
| 2024 | 650,131 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.1
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
20.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.2% · Seniors (65+): 20.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $111,951+$35,870 vs state |
| Mean household income | $145,806 |
| Per-capita income | $56,824 |
| Poverty rate | 4.1%-4.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Bucks County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.3% of workers.
How residents commute
2.1%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
72.0%
Public transit
17.3%
Work from home
29.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$421,700+$181,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,537
Median rent
78.0%
Homeownership rate
256,416
Total housing units
96.6%
Occupied
3.4%
Vacant
22.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.1%
With health insurance
96.5%
With broadband internet
24.5%
Foreign-born
5.7%
Veterans (18+)
10.9%
With a disability
86.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.9%
High School+
43.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bucks County, Pennsylvania has a population of 645,993 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 1069 people per square mile.
The population of Bucks County has grown 3.9% since 2010 (625,572 → 650,131), a +0.28% annualized rate.
The median household income in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is $111,951, with mean (average) household income of $145,806 and per-capita income of $56,824. 4.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Bucks County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.4%), Black or African American (3.7%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is 44.1 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Bucks County is $421,700 and median monthly rent is $1,537. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 256,416 total housing units, 3.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,582,432.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.