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Clarion County, Pennsylvania
Clarion County, Pennsylvania. Clarion County had 36,680 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.5% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. It holds 40 places (13 cities, villages and boroughs, 22 towns and townships and 5 census-designated) and 13 census tracts. GEOID 42031.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
36,680
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 37,241 · ACS 2020-2024: 37,179
Median household income
$62,649
±$2,439 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $77,971
Median home value
$155,700
±$4,324 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $254,500
Median gross rent
$798
±$29 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $1,209
How many people live in Clarion County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 37,241 residents in Clarion County. The Census Bureau estimates 36,680 for July 1, 2025, down 1.5% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 37,179 over 601 square miles of land.
| Measure | Clarion County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 37,179 | 13,018,639 | −1,536 |
| Households | 15,049±257 | 5,274,853 | −972 |
| Average household size | 2.36±0.04 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 18,856±72 | 5,806,452 | −1,686 |
Clarion County's population since 2000
From 41,765 in 2000 to 36,680 in 2025: down 12.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Clarion County?
Clarion County holds 40 places: 13 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 22 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 5 census-designated places. The largest is Clarion with 4,037 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Clarion | 3,931 | $47,181 |
|---|---|---|
| Clarion Township | 3,645 | $55,705 |
| Limestone Township, Clarion County | 1,871 | $74,485 |
| Washington Township, Clarion County | 1,865 | $55,781 |
| Beaver Township, Clarion County | 1,833 | $63,594 |
| Farmington Township, Clarion County | 1,781 | $86,897 |
| Paint Township, Clarion County | 1,645 | $62,083 |
| Monroe Township, Clarion County | 1,487 | $67,067 |
| Elk Township, Clarion County | 1,434 | $55,402 |
| Redbank Township, Clarion County | 1,332 | $63,571 |
| Porter Township, Clarion County | 1,289 | $70,156 |
| Madison Township, Clarion County | 1,157 | $68,409 |
| Ashland Township | 1,119 | $79,205 |
| Knox | 1,093 | $69,000 |
| Marianne | 1,063 | $57,130 |
| Knox Township, Clarion County | 996 | $86,250 |
| Toby Township | 982 | $71,023 |
| New Bethlehem | 978 | $50,000 |
| Rimersburg | 942 | $60,294 |
| Perry Township, Clarion County | 919 | $75,536 |
| Salem Township, Clarion County | 896 | $68,125 |
| East Brady | 818 | $66,250 |
| Sligo | 681 | $52,679 |
| Licking Township | 577 | $78,250 |
| Strattanville | 537 | $56,336 |
| Highland Township, Clarion County | 534 | $79,167 |
| Hawthorn | 477 | $46,932 |
| Richland Township, Clarion County | 469 | $63,125 |
| Shippenville | 442 | $48,000 |
| Piney Township | 399 | $49,375 |
| Millcreek Township, Clarion County | 365 | $45,469 |
| St. Petersburg | 336 | $70,750 |
| CrownGEOID 4217440 | 201 | $58,295 |
| FoxburgGEOID 4227112 | 181 | $81,250 |
| TylersburgGEOID 4278120 | 157 | $71,667 |
| CallensburgGEOID 4210792 | 150 | $61,875 |
| LeeperGEOID 4242328 | 136 | $87,353 |
| VowinckelGEOID 4280384 | 130 | $53,009 |
| Brady Township, Clarion CountyGEOID 4203108112 | 77 | $66,250 |
| Emlenton | 614 | $60,913 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Clarion County?
The median resident of Clarion County is 41.7 years old; 19.0% are under 18 and 20.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.1%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.3%. 1.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Clarion County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.7±0.4 | 40.9 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 19.0% | 20.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.6%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% | 8.7% | +0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.1%±0.5 pts | 73.0% | −1.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.2 pts | 10.3% | +0.4 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 3.8% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.3%±0.6 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.0%±0.4 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.3%±0.7 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.3%±0.6 pts | 6.1% | – |
| With a disability | 15.2%±0.9 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.1%±0.9 pts | 5.6% | −1.4 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.3%±0.9 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.6%±1.3 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.7%±0.8 pts | 14.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±0.5 pts | 1.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Clarion County earn?
Half of Clarion County's 15,049 households earn less than $62,649 a year (±$2,439), against $77,971 in Pennsylvania. In 2015-2019 the median was $57,449 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,200 after inflation. 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Clarion County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,649±$2,439 | $77,971 | +$5,200 |
| Mean household income | $78,991±$2,245 | $107,538 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,832±$870 | $44,355 | +$1,871 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.1%±1.4 pts | 11.7% | −3.2 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.9%±3.1 pts | 15.6% | −6.3 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.7%±1.8 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.3%±1.2 pts | 89.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Clarion County?
Owners occupy 72.5% of Clarion County's occupied homes and renters 27.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $155,700 by its owner (±$4,324). The median renter pays $798 a month including utilities, and 38.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Clarion County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $155,700±$4,324 | $254,500 | +$11,832 |
| Median gross rent | $798±$29 | $1,209 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 38.7%±5.3 pts | 39.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,210±$28 | $1,762 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.5%±1.9 pts | 69.3% | +3.4 pts |
| Housing units | 18,856±72 | 5,806,452 | −1,686 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.6%±3.0 pts | 4.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 75.5%±1.6 pts | 56.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 10.3%±1.1 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 25.7%±1.6 pts | 25.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Clarion County building?
Builders took permits for 23 new housing units across Clarion County in 2025 (23 single-family), 0.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Clarion County get to work?
77.1% of Clarion County's workers drive alone and 8.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.1%.
| Measure | Clarion County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.8%±1.3 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.1%±1.3 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 77.1%±1.7 pts | 68.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.5%±1.0 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Walked | 4.5%±1.1 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.6%±1.0 pts | 15.6% | +3.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.6 min±1.0 | 26.3 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Clarion County's census tracts?
Clarion County is divided into 13 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,181 (Tract 1606) to $86,897 (Tract 1601.01).
| Tract 1601.0142031160101 | 1,792±168 | $86,897 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 1601.0342031160103 | 2,901±143 | $54,578 |
| Tract 1601.0442031160104 | 1,715±233 | $56,477 |
| Tract 1602.0142031160201 | 1,614±208 | $55,781 |
| Tract 1602.0242031160202 | 1,628±165 | $81,875 |
| Tract 160342031160300 | 4,764±287 | $59,875 |
| Tract 160442031160400 | 3,494±249 | $64,954 |
| Tract 160542031160500 | 3,740±227 | $62,734 |
| Tract 160642031160600 | 4,192±18 | $47,181 |
| Tract 1607.0142031160701 | 2,086±172 | $67,813 |
| Tract 1607.0242031160702 | 2,179±243 | $63,693 |
| Tract 160842031160800 | 3,637±281 | $63,125 |
| Tract 160942031160900 | 3,437±242 | $65,114 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Clarion County compare with Pennsylvania's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 57th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 43rd of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 52nd of 67 |
| Median household income | 47th of 67 |
| Median home value | 50th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 53rd of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 20th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 35th of 67 |
| Median age | 47th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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