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Population Review

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 29th-largest in Pennsylvania

The population of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania is 113,570 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $64,412, the median home value is $195,600, and the median age is 41.3.

The population of Lycoming County has declined 2.6% since 2010 (116,215 → 113,236), a -0.19% annualized rate.

Lycoming County within Pennsylvania · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

113,570

Population

-0.19%

Annual growth

92

People / sq mi

$64,412

Median Income

$195,600

Median Home Value

Lycoming County covers 1,229 sq mi of land at 92.4 people per square mile.

About Lycoming County, PA

Lycoming County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 14.4% of the population. Lycoming County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of 113,570. It ranks #29 among counties in Pennsylvania by population.

The typical household here earns about $64,412, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $195,600, with typical rent around $887.

24.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 7.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

Lycoming County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Lycoming County had a population of 116,215 in 2010 and 113,236 in 2024, a -2.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 117,237 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.18%.

2012 · 117K20102024
Lycoming County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

113,236

Population (2024)

116,215

Population (2010)

117,237

Peak (2012)

-0.18%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010116,215
2011116,747
2012117,237
2013116,626
2014116,331
2015115,644
2016114,958
2017114,146
2018114,175
2019113,581
2020114,130
2021113,576
2022113,223
2023113,282
2024113,236

Race & Ethnicity

White89.1%
Black or African American4.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

41.3

Median Age

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Male

20.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.2%
5–9
6.3%
10–14
5.5%
15–19
6.5%
20–24
6.0%
25–34
12.6%
35–44
11.8%
45–54
11.8%
55–59
7.0%
60–64
7.1%
65–74
11.9%
75–84
5.6%
85+
2.7%

Children (under 15): 17.0% · Seniors (65+): 20.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$64,412$-11,669 vs state
Mean household income$83,918
Per-capita income$34,853
Poverty rate8.4%+0.3% vs state
Unemployment rate3.2%
Employment-to-population56.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
27.9%
Manufacturing
13.6%
Finance & real estate
7.9%
Construction
7.0%
Education & health care
6.8%
Retail trade
5.8%
Information
5.1%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.9%

The largest employment sector in Lycoming County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.9% of workers.

How residents commute

1.3%

Drive alone

3.5%

Carpool

77.5%

Public transit

7.5%

Work from home

20.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$195,600$-44,900 vs state

Median home value

$887

Median rent

69.2%

Homeownership rate

52,692

Total housing units

87.7%

Occupied

12.3%

Vacant

30.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

94.6%

With health insurance

91.7%

With broadband internet

14.4%

Foreign-born

8.6%

Veterans (18+)

17.1%

With a disability

96.5%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

91.1%

High School+

24.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania has a population of 113,570 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 92 people per square mile.

The population of Lycoming County has declined 2.6% since 2010 (116,215 → 113,236), a -0.19% annualized rate.

The median household income in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania is $64,412, with mean (average) household income of $83,918 and per-capita income of $34,853. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Lycoming County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (89.1%), Black or African American (4.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania is 41.3 years. Residents are 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

The median home value in Lycoming County is $195,600 and median monthly rent is $887. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 52,692 total housing units, 12.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,582,432.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.