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Greene County, Pennsylvania
Greene County, Pennsylvania. Greene County had 33,885 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 5.7% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. It holds 40 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs, 20 towns and townships and 14 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 42059.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
33,885
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 35,954 · ACS 2020-2024: 34,835
Median household income
$68,041
±$4,317 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $77,971
Median home value
$153,900
±$8,195 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $254,500
Median gross rent
$789
±$55 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $1,209
How many people live in Greene County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 35,954 residents in Greene County. The Census Bureau estimates 33,885 for July 1, 2025, down 5.7% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 34,835 over 576 square miles of land.
| Measure | Greene County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 34,835 | 13,018,639 | −2,035 |
| Households | 14,324±234 | 5,274,853 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.21±0.04 | 2.39 | −0.13 |
| Housing units | 16,201±62 | 5,806,452 | −544 |
Greene County's population since 2000
From 40,672 in 2000 to 33,885 in 2025: down 16.7%. 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 Greene County?
Greene County holds 40 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 20 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 14 census-designated places. The largest is Franklin Township, Greene County with 6,653 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Franklin Township, Greene County | 7,056 | $68,482 |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Township, Greene County | 6,383 | $63,592 |
| Waynesburg | 4,006 | $54,050 |
| Jefferson Township, Greene County | 2,351 | $72,500 |
| Morgan Township | 2,335 | $65,000 |
| Dunkard Township | 2,177 | $56,964 |
| Fairdale | 2,064 | $79,350 |
| Monongahela Township | 1,480 | $70,357 |
| Perry Township, Greene County | 1,396 | $69,609 |
| Morrisville, Greene County | 1,209 | $64,306 |
| Center Township, Greene County | 1,113 | $67,500 |
| Wayne Township, Greene County | 1,025 | $79,375 |
| Washington Township, Greene County | 932 | $73,611 |
| NemacolinGEOID 4252968 | 826 | $27,557 |
| Richhill Township | 775 | $74,167 |
| BobtownGEOID 4207384 | 701 | $48,233 |
| CrucibleGEOID 4217528 | 673 | $72,396 |
| MatherGEOID 4248064 | 659 | $46,012 |
| Dry TavernGEOID 4220080 | 655 | $79,063 |
| Mount Morris | 645 | $69,423 |
| Whiteley Township | 569 | $57,875 |
| Morris Township, Greene County | 564 | $81,250 |
| Carmichaels | 432 | $58,393 |
| Aleppo Township, Greene County | 429 | $83,750 |
| Rices Landing | 425 | $120,577 |
| West WaynesburgGEOID 4284176 | 401 | $43,788 |
| Greene Township, Greene County | 401 | $90,500 |
| Jackson Township, Greene County | 381 | $67,212 |
| Springhill Township, Greene County | 319 | $47,292 |
| Freeport Township | 269 | $46,250 |
| GreensboroGEOID 4231192 | 264 | not published |
| Jefferson (Greene County) | 253 | $74,450 |
| Gilmore TownshipGEOID 4205929152 | 234 | $73,750 |
| RogersvilleGEOID 4265848 | 215 | $78,173 |
| Wind Ridge | 204 | $97,500 |
| ClarksvilleGEOID 4213896 | 203 | $89,545 |
| Gray TownshipGEOID 4205930640 | 182 | $53,750 |
| BraveGEOID 4208312 | 142 | $60,357 |
| MapletownGEOID 4247264 | 125 | $88,750 |
| New FreeportGEOID 4253576 | 77 | $71,500 |
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 Greene County?
The median resident of Greene County is 43.3 years old; 18.9% are under 18 and 20.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 91.1%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.1%. 0.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Greene County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.3±0.7 | 40.9 | +1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 18.9%±0.1 pts | 20.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.6%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% | 8.7% | +0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 91.1%±0.9 pts | 73.0% | −2.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.4 pts | 10.3% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 3.8% | – |
| 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 | 4.1%±1.0 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.7%±0.3 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.9%±0.6 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.4%±0.9 pts | 6.1% | – |
| With a disability | 19.5%±1.3 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.5%±1.0 pts | 5.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.9%±1.6 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.7%±1.7 pts | 35.2% | +4.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.3%±1.2 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 Greene County earn?
Half of Greene County's 14,324 households earn less than $68,041 a year (±$4,317), against $77,971 in Pennsylvania. In 2015-2019 it was $67,412 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Greene County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $68,041±$4,317 | $77,971 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $84,514±$3,290 | $107,538 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,537±$1,320 | $44,355 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 13.5%±2.0 pts | 11.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.6%±4.8 pts | 15.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.8%±2.2 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.2%±2.0 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 Greene County?
Owners occupy 77.1% of Greene County's occupied homes and renters 22.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $153,900 by its owner (±$8,195). The median renter pays $789 a month including utilities, and 30.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Greene County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $153,900±$8,195 | $254,500 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $789±$55 | $1,209 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 30.8%±6.3 pts | 39.5% | +8.4 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,267±$70 | $1,762 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.1%±2.2 pts | 69.3% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,201±62 | 5,806,452 | −544 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.9%±4.2 pts | 4.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.7%±2.4 pts | 56.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 16.2%±1.8 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 33.4%±2.2 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 Greene County building?
Builders took permits for 36 new housing units across Greene County in 2025 (36 single-family), 1.1 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 Greene County get to work?
81.4% of Greene County's workers drive alone and 7.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 29.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.6%.
| Measure | Greene County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.7%±2.0 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.6%±1.0 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.4%±2.4 pts | 68.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.7%±1.5 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.2%±0.8 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.0%±1.5 pts | 15.6% | +3.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 29.2 min±1.5 | 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 Greene County's census tracts?
Greene County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $54,050 (Tract 9706) to $100,313 (Tract 9701.01).
| Tract 9701.0142059970101 | 1,125±251 | $100,313 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9701.0242059970102 | 5,488±260 | $59,434 |
| Tract 970242059970200 | 2,881±231 | $76,513 |
| Tract 970342059970300 | 3,804±306 | $75,365 |
| Tract 970442059970400 | 3,742±328 | $66,541 |
| Tract 9705.0142059970501 | 4,434±299 | $69,583 |
| Tract 9705.0242059970502 | 3,539±359 | $66,250 |
| Tract 970642059970600 | 3,811±15 | $54,050 |
| Tract 970742059970700 | 2,142±235 | $74,250 |
| Tract 970842059970800 | 3,869±364 | $63,802 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Greene County compare with Pennsylvania's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 58th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 66th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 51st of 67 |
| Median household income | 30th of 67 |
| Median home value | 51st of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 57th of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 16th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 40th of 67 |
| Median age | 39th 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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Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Greene County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.