Crawford County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 35th-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Crawford County, Pennsylvania is 83,189 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $60,254, the median home value is $143,400, and the median age is 43.9.
The population of Crawford County has declined 7.4% since 2010 (88,614 → 82,089), a -0.54% annualized rate.
83,189
Population
-0.54%
Annual growth
82
People / sq mi
$60,254
Median Income
$143,400
Median Home Value
Crawford County covers 1,012 sq mi of land at 82.2 people per square mile.
About Crawford County, PA
Crawford County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 16.8% of the population. With 83,189 residents, Crawford County is a county in Pennsylvania. It ranks #35 among counties in Pennsylvania by population.
The typical household here earns about $60,254, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $143,400, with typical rent around $800.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 21.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 7.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Crawford County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Crawford County had a population of 88,614 in 2010 and 82,089 in 2024, a -7.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 88,614 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.54%.
82,089
Population (2024)
88,614
Population (2010)
88,614
Peak (2010)
-0.54%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 88,614 |
| 2011 | 88,176 |
| 2012 | 87,745 |
| 2013 | 87,532 |
| 2014 | 87,180 |
| 2015 | 86,540 |
| 2016 | 86,353 |
| 2017 | 85,790 |
| 2018 | 85,111 |
| 2019 | 84,421 |
| 2020 | 83,825 |
| 2021 | 83,232 |
| 2022 | 82,380 |
| 2023 | 82,052 |
| 2024 | 82,089 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.9
Median Age
50.8%
Female
49.2%
Male
22.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.8% · Seniors (65+): 22.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $60,254$-15,827 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,237 |
| Per-capita income | $31,919 |
| Poverty rate | 9.0%+0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Crawford County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
5.5%
Carpool
75.6%
Public transit
7.0%
Work from home
23.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$143,400$-97,100 vs state
Median home value
$800
Median rent
73.7%
Homeownership rate
42,188
Total housing units
79.7%
Occupied
20.3%
Vacant
26.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.2%
With health insurance
89.2%
With broadband internet
16.8%
Foreign-born
9.4%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
94.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.0%
High School+
21.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Crawford County, Pennsylvania has a population of 83,189 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 82 people per square mile.
The population of Crawford County has declined 7.4% since 2010 (88,614 → 82,089), a -0.54% annualized rate.
The median household income in Crawford County, Pennsylvania is $60,254, with mean (average) household income of $77,237 and per-capita income of $31,919. 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Crawford County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.7%), Black or African American (1.7%), 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 Crawford County, Pennsylvania is 43.9 years. Residents are 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
The median home value in Crawford County is $143,400 and median monthly rent is $800. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 42,188 total housing units, 20.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Crawford County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Crawford 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.