Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 25th-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is 143,259 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $66,901, the median home value is $140,400, and the median age is 43.9.
The population of Schuylkill County has declined 2.5% since 2010 (148,280 → 144,523), a -0.18% annualized rate.
143,259
Population
-0.18%
Annual growth
184
People / sq mi
$66,901
Median Income
$140,400
Median Home Value
Schuylkill County covers 779 sq mi of land at 184.0 people per square mile.
About Schuylkill County, PA
Schuylkill County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.2% of the population. With 143,259 residents, Schuylkill County is a county in Pennsylvania. It ranks #25 among counties in Pennsylvania by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $66,901 — below the US median of $78,538. About 8.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $140,400, with typical rent around $842.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 19.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 6.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Schuylkill County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Schuylkill County had a population of 148,280 in 2010 and 144,523 in 2024, a -2.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 148,280 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.18%.
144,523
Population (2024)
148,280
Population (2010)
148,280
Peak (2010)
-0.18%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 148,280 |
| 2011 | 147,536 |
| 2012 | 147,131 |
| 2013 | 146,674 |
| 2014 | 145,405 |
| 2015 | 144,136 |
| 2016 | 143,492 |
| 2017 | 142,550 |
| 2018 | 141,758 |
| 2019 | 141,166 |
| 2020 | 142,959 |
| 2021 | 143,169 |
| 2022 | 143,205 |
| 2023 | 143,932 |
| 2024 | 144,523 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.9
Median Age
48.4%
Female
51.6%
Male
20.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.1% · Seniors (65+): 20.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $66,901$-9,180 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,922 |
| Per-capita income | $33,769 |
| Poverty rate | 8.0%-0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Schuylkill County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
3.0%
Carpool
79.0%
Public transit
6.2%
Work from home
27.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$140,400$-100,100 vs state
Median home value
$842
Median rent
76.3%
Homeownership rate
67,292
Total housing units
85.4%
Occupied
14.6%
Vacant
23.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.7%
With health insurance
90.5%
With broadband internet
12.2%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
17.9%
With a disability
93.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.0%
High School+
19.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania has a population of 143,259 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 184 people per square mile.
The population of Schuylkill County has declined 2.5% since 2010 (148,280 → 144,523), a -0.18% annualized rate.
The median household income in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is $66,901, with mean (average) household income of $82,922 and per-capita income of $33,769. 8.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Schuylkill County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (89.7%), Black or African American (2.9%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is 43.9 years. Residents are 48.4% female and 51.6% male.
The median home value in Schuylkill County is $140,400 and median monthly rent is $842. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 67,292 total housing units, 14.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Schuylkill 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.