Indiana County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 34th-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Indiana County, Pennsylvania is 83,213 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $58,739, the median home value is $145,400, and the median age is 39.5.
The population of Indiana County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (88,864 → 82,953), a -0.49% annualized rate.
83,213
Population
-0.49%
Annual growth
101
People / sq mi
$58,739
Median Income
$145,400
Median Home Value
Indiana County covers 827 sq mi of land at 100.6 people per square mile.
About Indiana County, PA
Indiana County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.2% of the population. With 83,213 residents, Indiana County is a county in Pennsylvania. It ranks #34 among counties in Pennsylvania by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $58,739 — below the US median of $78,538. About 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $145,400, with typical rent around $786.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 26.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 7.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Indiana County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Indiana County had a population of 88,864 in 2010 and 82,953 in 2024, a -6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 88,864 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.49%.
82,953
Population (2024)
88,864
Population (2010)
88,864
Peak (2010)
-0.49%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 88,864 |
| 2011 | 88,639 |
| 2012 | 88,243 |
| 2013 | 88,178 |
| 2014 | 87,459 |
| 2015 | 86,800 |
| 2016 | 85,243 |
| 2017 | 84,809 |
| 2018 | 84,578 |
| 2019 | 84,022 |
| 2020 | 83,153 |
| 2021 | 83,095 |
| 2022 | 82,901 |
| 2023 | 83,110 |
| 2024 | 82,953 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.5
Median Age
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Male
20.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.7% · Seniors (65+): 20.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,739$-17,342 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,466 |
| Per-capita income | $31,524 |
| Poverty rate | 7.4%-0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Indiana County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
6.4%
Carpool
75.7%
Public transit
7.4%
Work from home
25.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$145,400$-95,100 vs state
Median home value
$786
Median rent
71.1%
Homeownership rate
37,672
Total housing units
85.7%
Occupied
14.3%
Vacant
28.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.4%
With health insurance
89.0%
With broadband internet
12.2%
Foreign-born
7.2%
Veterans (18+)
16.5%
With a disability
94.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.4%
High School+
26.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Indiana County, Pennsylvania has a population of 83,213 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 101 people per square mile.
The population of Indiana County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (88,864 → 82,953), a -0.49% annualized rate.
The median household income in Indiana County, Pennsylvania is $58,739, with mean (average) household income of $77,466 and per-capita income of $31,524. 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Indiana County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.6%), Black or African American (2.5%), Hispanic or Latino (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Indiana County, Pennsylvania is 39.5 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
The median home value in Indiana County is $145,400 and median monthly rent is $786. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 37,672 total housing units, 14.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Indiana County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Indiana 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.