Blair County, PA

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Blair County Overview

122,640
TOTAL POPULATION
60,452
MALE POPULATION
62,188
FEMALE POPULATION
97.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,585
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,754
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,386
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,990
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
60,099
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Blair County Area Codes

Race in Blair County

The most populous races in Blair County are White / Caucasian (115,276 | 94.0%), Two or more Races (3,894 | 3.2%), and Black / African American (2,329 | 1.9%).
Race in Blair County
Race# Population% Population
Asian6880.6%
Black / African American2,3291.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific210.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,7211.4%
Native / Alaskan790.1%
White / Caucasian115,27694.0%
Two or more Races3,8943.2%
Some other Race3530.3%
Total122,640100.0%

Ancestry in Blair County

The most populous ancestries reported in Blair County are German (45,687 | 37.2%), Irish (22,030 | 18.0%), Italian (12,253 | 10.0%), English (9,237 | 7.5%), and American (6,669 | 5.4%), together accounting for 78.2% of all Blair County residents.
Ancestry in Blair County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African800.1%
Albanian150.0%
American6,6695.4%
Apache20.0%
Arab2280.2%
Armenian240.0%
Austrian3000.2%
Belgian680.1%
Bhutanese1000.1%
Blackfeet430.0%
Brazilian530.0%
British3490.3%
Bulgarian160.0%
Burmese1340.1%
Canadian1830.2%
Central American1100.1%
Central American Indian90.0%
Cherokee2160.2%
Chilean50.0%
Chippewa220.0%
Colombian60.0%
Costa Rican160.0%
Croatian3180.3%
Cuban2050.2%
Czech3180.3%
Czechoslovakian990.1%
Danish390.0%
Delaware360.0%
Dominican920.1%
Dutch1,6321.3%
Eastern European2930.2%
Ecuadorian750.1%
English9,2377.5%
Ethiopian200.0%
European1,0840.9%
Filipino230.0%
Finnish90.0%
French1,5661.3%
French Canadian1810.2%
German45,68737.2%
Greek2630.2%
Guamanian / Chamorro120.0%
Guatemalan110.0%
Haitian100.0%
Hungarian4150.3%
Indian (Asian)2080.2%
Inupiat80.0%
Irish22,03018.0%
Iroquois290.0%
Italian12,25310.0%
Jamaican440.0%
Japanese960.1%
Korean3750.3%
Lebanese490.0%
Lithuanian2390.2%
Lumbee10.0%
Luxembourger190.0%
Macedonian160.0%
Malaysian60.0%
Mexican4060.3%
Mexican American Indian20.0%
Native Hawaiian190.0%
Nigerian210.0%
Northern European410.0%
Norwegian1910.2%
Pakistani70.0%
Palestinian60.0%
Panamanian750.1%
Pennsylvania German8570.7%
Polish5,2944.3%
Portuguese740.1%
Puerto Rican5860.5%
Puget Sound Salish110.0%
Romanian500.0%
Russian3710.3%
Salvadoran80.0%
Samoan210.0%
Scandinavian2300.2%
Scotch-Irish1,2531.0%
Scottish1,9421.6%
Serbian40.0%
Sierra Leonean1910.2%
Sioux60.0%
Slavic650.1%
Slovak9320.8%
Slovene190.0%
South American1280.1%
South American Indian50.0%
Spaniard140.0%
Spanish1200.1%
Sri Lankan210.0%
Subsaharan African3120.3%
Swedish7980.6%
Swiss9530.8%
Syrian1250.1%
Thai1730.1%
Turkish410.0%
Ukrainian4900.4%
Venezuelan420.0%
Welsh1,1871.0%
West Indian510.0%
Yugoslavian120.0%
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Immigrants in Blair County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blair County came from Asia (535 | 0.4%), Europe (408 | 0.3%), Latin America (286 | 0.2%), Eastern Asia (230 | 0.2%), and Africa (211 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Blair County residents.
Immigrants in Blair County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2110.2%
Albania100.0%
Asia5350.4%
Australia60.0%
Austria70.0%
Belgium130.0%
Brazil480.0%
Canada490.0%
Caribbean1060.1%
Central America830.1%
China1560.1%
Colombia80.0%
Croatia120.0%
Dominican Republic540.0%
Eastern Africa200.0%
Eastern Asia2300.2%
Eastern Europe1700.1%
Ecuador210.0%
El Salvador80.0%
England420.0%
Eritrea200.0%
Europe4080.3%
Germany840.1%
Guatemala110.0%
Guyana150.0%
Haiti50.0%
Honduras160.0%
India300.0%
Ireland70.0%
Italy300.0%
Japan260.0%
Korea480.0%
Latin America2860.2%
Lebanon210.0%
Mexico410.0%
Netherlands40.0%
Northern Europe960.1%
Oceania60.0%
Pakistan180.0%
Panama70.0%
Philippines510.0%
Poland390.0%
Portugal40.0%
Romania230.0%
Russia280.0%
Scotland300.0%
Sierra Leone1910.2%
Singapore150.0%
South America970.1%
South Central Asia630.1%
South Eastern Asia1240.1%
Southern Europe340.0%
Sri Lanka150.0%
Sweden50.0%
Syria970.1%
Taiwan80.0%
Thailand530.0%
Trinidad and Tobago470.0%
Ukraine580.1%
Vietnam50.0%
Western Africa1910.2%
Western Asia1180.1%
Western Europe1080.1%
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Sex and Age in Blair County

Sex and Age in Blair County

The most populous age groups in Blair County are 60 to 64 Years (4,643 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (4,566 | 7.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Blair County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,175 (5.2%)2,959 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years3,383 (5.6%)3,453 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years3,932 (6.5%)3,485 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years4,286 (7.1%)3,864 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years3,460 (5.7%)3,227 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years3,710 (6.1%)3,567 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years3,870 (6.4%)3,610 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Years3,514 (5.8%)3,418 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years3,677 (6.1%)3,688 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years3,621 (6.0%)3,670 (5.9%)
50 to 54 Years3,954 (6.5%)3,900 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years4,004 (6.6%)4,566 (7.3%)
60 to 64 Years4,643 (7.7%)4,388 (7.1%)
65 to 69 Years3,683 (6.1%)4,017 (6.5%)
70 to 74 Years3,281 (5.4%)3,728 (6.0%)
75 to 79 Years2,191 (3.6%)2,542 (4.1%)
80 to 84 Years1,085 (1.8%)1,847 (3.0%)
85 Years and over983 (1.6%)2,259 (3.6%)
Total60,452 (100.0%)62,188 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Blair County

Median Family Size in Blair County

The median family size in Blair County is 2.96 persons per family, with married-couple families (23,392 | 74.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,334 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Blair County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple23,392 (74.1%)2.98
Single Male/Father2,334 (7.4%)2.81
Single Female/Mother5,841 (18.5%)2.92
Total Families31,567 (100.0%)2.96

Median Household Size in Blair County

The median household size in Blair County is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (2,334 | 4.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.36 persons per household. non-family households (19,020 | 37.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Blair County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple23,392 (46.2%)3.00
Single Male/Father2,334 (4.6%)3.36
Single Female/Mother5,841 (11.6%)3.15
Non-family19,020 (37.6%)1.20
Total Households50,587 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Blair County

Out of a total of 50,587 households in Blair County, 31,567 (62.4%) are family households, while 19,020 (37.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 15,014, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 15,823.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blair County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-15,823 (31.3%)
2-Person Households15,014 (29.7%)2,903 (5.7%)
3-Person Households7,771 (15.4%)175 (0.4%)
4-Person Households5,430 (10.7%)119 (0.2%)
5-Person Households2,231 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households588 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households533 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total31,567 (62.4%)19,020 (37.6%)

Female Fertility in Blair County

Fertility by Age in Blair County

Average fertility rate in Blair County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Blair County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years35 (2.6%)9.0
20 to 34 years969 (72.2%)93.0
35 to 50 years338 (25.2%)29.0
Total1,342 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blair County

65.9% of women with births (1,342) in Blair County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 18.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blair County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years609 (62.8%)360 (37.1%)
35 to 50 years275 (81.4%)63 (18.6%)
Total884 (65.9%)458 (34.1%)

Fertility by Education in Blair County

Average fertility rate in Blair County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 69.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 27.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Blair County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School188 (14.0%)53.0
High School Diploma373 (27.8%)48.0
College or Associate's Degree345 (25.7%)43.0
Bachelor's Degree277 (20.6%)65.0
Graduate Degree159 (11.8%)69.0
Total1,342 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blair County

34.1% of women with births in Blair County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 75.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blair County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School162 (86.2%)26 (13.8%)
High School Diploma93 (24.9%)280 (75.1%)
College or Associate's Degree231 (67.0%)114 (33.0%)
Bachelor's Degree277 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree121 (76.1%)38 (23.9%)
Total884 (65.9%)458 (34.1%)

Income in Blair County

Income Overview in Blair County

Per Capita Income in Blair County is $33,585, while median incomes of families and households are $80,754 and $59,386 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income122,640$33,585
Median Family Income31,567$80,754
Mean Family Income31,567$96,935
Median Household Income50,587$59,386
Mean Household Income50,587$79,100
Income Deficit31,567$9,990
Wage / Income Gap (%)122,64025.09%
Wage / Income Gap ($)122,64074.91¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index122,6400.45

Earnings by Sex in Blair County

Average Earnings in Blair County are $36,790, $42,406 for men and $31,768 for women, a difference of 25.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Blair County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male33,089 (52.5%)$42,406
Female29,975 (47.5%)$31,768
Total63,064 (100.0%)$36,790

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blair County

The most common earnings brackets in Blair County are $100,000+ for men (3,564 | 10.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (2,609 | 8.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blair County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,379 (4.2%)1,703 (5.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999847 (2.6%)1,568 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,233 (3.7%)1,268 (4.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999807 (2.4%)948 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,001 (3.0%)1,301 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999660 (2.0%)1,081 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499988 (3.0%)1,186 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,999647 (2.0%)882 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499972 (2.9%)844 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999876 (2.6%)956 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,711 (5.2%)2,609 (8.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,230 (6.7%)2,359 (7.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,029 (6.1%)1,956 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,068 (6.2%)1,748 (5.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,955 (5.9%)1,664 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,592 (4.8%)1,261 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,943 (8.9%)2,090 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9992,282 (6.9%)1,467 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,305 (10.0%)1,842 (6.1%)
$100,000+3,564 (10.8%)1,242 (4.1%)
Total33,089 (100.0%)29,975 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blair County

Average earnings in Blair County are $46,644 for men and $35,028 for women, a difference of 24.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $79,211, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,625. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,632, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,165.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blair County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,625$16,165
High School Diploma$41,156$27,310
College or Associate's Degree$44,943$34,487
Bachelor's Degree$66,489$47,403
Graduate Degree$79,211$62,632
Total$46,644$35,028

Family Income in Blair County

Family Income Brackets in Blair County

According to the Blair County family income data, there are 6,976 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 600 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Blair County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0009473.0%
$10,000 to $14,9996001.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,4844.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992,2107.0%
$35,000 to $49,9993,40910.8%
$50,000 to $74,9995,80818.4%
$75,000 to $99,9995,36617.0%
$100,000 to $149,9996,97622.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992,6838.5%
$200,000+2,0836.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blair County

5-person families (1,879 | 5.9%) account for the highest median family income in Blair County with $113,775 per family, while 2-person families (16,004 | 50.7%) have the highest median income of $34,828 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blair County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families16,004 (50.7%)$69,655
3-Person Families7,684 (24.3%)$88,185
4-Person Families5,027 (15.9%)$94,044
5-Person Families1,879 (5.9%)$113,775
6-Person Families504 (1.6%)$100,938
7+ Person Families469 (1.5%)$84,258
Total31,567 (100.0%)$80,754

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blair County

The median family income in Blair County is $80,754, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,528) having the highest median family income of $131,579, while families with no earners (6,063) have the lowest median family income of $47,783, accounting for 11.2% and 19.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Blair County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners6,063 (19.2%)$47,783
1 Earner9,282 (29.4%)$55,800
2 Earners12,694 (40.2%)$99,851
3+ Earners3,528 (11.2%)$131,579
Total31,567 (100.0%)$80,754

Household Income in Blair County

Household Income Brackets in Blair County

With 8,752 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Blair County, accounting for 17.3% of all households. In contrast, only 2,327 households (4.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Blair County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,5295.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992,4794.9%
$15,000 to $24,9994,7559.4%
$25,000 to $34,9994,7059.3%
$35,000 to $49,9996,77913.4%
$50,000 to $74,9998,75217.3%
$75,000 to $99,9997,08214.0%
$100,000 to $149,9998,29616.4%
$150,000 to $199,9992,9345.8%
$200,000+2,3274.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Blair County

The median household income in Blair County is $59,386, with the highest median household income of $74,259 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 18,493 households (36.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,724, with 1,382 households (2.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Blair County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,382 (2.7%)$38,724
25 to 44 Years14,116 (27.9%)$73,090
45 to 64 Years18,493 (36.6%)$74,259
65+ Years16,596 (32.8%)$43,605
Total50,587 (100.0%)$59,386

Poverty in Blair County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blair County

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 14.3% for females among the residents of Blair County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 713 males (22.9%) and 745 females (25.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blair County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years713 (22.9%)745 (25.4%)
5 Years109 (18.7%)52 (9.6%)
6 to 11 Years950 (21.8%)857 (20.7%)
12 to 14 Years185 (8.7%)321 (15.4%)
15 Years28 (4.5%)77 (12.4%)
16 and 17 Years161 (9.8%)111 (7.9%)
18 to 24 Years682 (14.1%)801 (18.2%)
25 to 34 Years835 (11.1%)1,188 (16.6%)
35 to 44 Years721 (10.1%)1,197 (16.8%)
45 to 54 Years928 (12.3%)650 (8.6%)
55 to 64 Years955 (11.1%)1,072 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years635 (9.2%)736 (9.6%)
75 Years and over207 (5.2%)823 (14.6%)
Total7,109 (12.0%)8,630 (14.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blair County

According to the poverty statistics in Blair County, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.5% of males and 92.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blair County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,397 (77.1%)2,185 (74.6%)
5 Years475 (81.3%)488 (90.4%)
6 to 11 Years3,416 (78.2%)3,284 (79.3%)
12 to 14 Years1,932 (91.3%)1,768 (84.6%)
15 Years596 (95.5%)543 (87.6%)
16 and 17 Years1,486 (90.2%)1,292 (92.1%)
18 to 24 Years4,155 (85.9%)3,598 (81.8%)
25 to 34 Years6,703 (88.9%)5,975 (83.4%)
35 to 44 Years6,413 (89.9%)5,909 (83.2%)
45 to 54 Years6,614 (87.7%)6,914 (91.4%)
55 to 64 Years7,664 (88.9%)7,849 (88.0%)
65 to 74 Years6,275 (90.8%)6,949 (90.4%)
75 Years and over3,784 (94.8%)4,831 (85.4%)
Total51,910 (87.9%)51,585 (85.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blair County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blair County show that 3.6% or 852 of the total 23,392 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.7%, comprising of 87 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 412 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blair County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children14,623 (97.3%)412 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children6,288 (96.6%)223 (3.4%)
3 or 4 Children1,349 (91.2%)130 (8.8%)
5 or more Children280 (76.3%)87 (23.7%)
Total22,540 (96.4%)852 (3.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blair County

According to the poverty data in Blair County, 14.7% or 344 single-father households and 28.0% or 1,636 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 230 households (19.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (55.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blair County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children100 (10.5%)174 (7.8%)
1 or 2 Children230 (19.5%)1,161 (38.1%)
3 or 4 Children14 (6.8%)279 (52.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)22 (55.0%)
Total344 (14.7%)1,636 (28.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blair County

The poverty data for Blair County shows that 852 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 1,980 of the single-parent households (24.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 households (23.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 household (55.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blair County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children412 (2.7%)274 (8.6%)
1 or 2 Children223 (3.4%)1,391 (32.9%)
3 or 4 Children130 (8.8%)293 (39.6%)
5 or more Children87 (23.7%)22 (55.0%)
Total852 (3.6%)1,980 (24.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Blair County

Employment by Class of Employer in Blair County

Among the 56,376 employed individuals in Blair County, private company employees (38,746 | 68.7%), not-for-profit organizations (6,127 | 10.9%), and local government employees (3,605 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Blair County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees38,74668.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,6192.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,5354.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations6,12710.9%
Local Government Employees3,6056.4%
State Government Employees2,3514.2%
Federal Government Employees1,3612.4%
Unpaid Family Workers320.1%
Total56,376100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Blair County

According to the labor force statistics for Blair County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (101,006), 59.5% or 60,099 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 2,524 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.5% or 6,440 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.1% or 574 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Blair County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,803 (40.6%)241 (8.6%)
20 to 24 Years5,169 (77.3%)574 (11.1%)
25 to 29 Years6,440 (88.5%)348 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Years6,373 (85.2%)217 (3.4%)
35 to 44 Years11,867 (83.0%)392 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years12,328 (81.4%)431 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years6,436 (75.1%)161 (2.5%)
60 to 64 Years4,669 (51.7%)98 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years3,442 (23.4%)31 (0.9%)
75 Years and over578 (5.3%)12 (2.1%)
Total60,099 (59.5%)2,524 (4.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blair County

According to labor force statistics for Blair County, 77.9% of individuals (48,142) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (61,800) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 1,637 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.8% or 13,685 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 254 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blair County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,229 (57.2%)444 (11.4%)
High School Diploma18,659 (72.0%)1,140 (4.4%)
College / Associate Degree13,531 (82.5%)508 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13,685 (87.8%)187 (1.2%)
Total48,142 (77.9%)2,101 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Blair County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blair County are Community & Social Service (5,375 | 9.3%), Management (5,098 | 8.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (4,521 | 7.9%), Education Instruction & Library (3,044 | 5.3%), and Health Technologists (2,958 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Blair County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blair County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.5%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (80.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.5%), and Health Technologists (74.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Blair County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,976 (58.4%)2,122 (41.6%)
Business & Financial927 (43.1%)1,222 (56.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,812 (74.5%)619 (25.5%)
Computers & Mathematics741 (69.1%)332 (30.9%)
Architecture & Engineering830 (83.8%)161 (16.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science241 (65.7%)126 (34.3%)
Community & Social Service 1,493 (27.8%)3,882 (72.2%)
Education, Arts & Media446 (37.4%)747 (62.6%)
Legal Services & Support115 (34.6%)217 (65.4%)
Education Instruction & Library600 (19.7%)2,444 (80.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment332 (41.2%)474 (58.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,019 (22.5%)3,502 (77.5%)
Health Technologists758 (25.6%)2,200 (74.4%)
Total (Category)8,227 (42.0%)11,347 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Blair County are Food Preparation & Serving (3,523 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (2,356 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,122 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (1,305 | 2.3%), and Personal Care & Service (1,027 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Blair County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Blair County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (83.2%), Security & Protection (82.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (82.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (91.4%), Personal Care & Service (73.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Blair County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support203 (8.6%)2,153 (91.4%)
Security & Protection1,081 (82.8%)224 (17.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention357 (82.1%)78 (17.9%)
Law Enforcement724 (83.2%)146 (16.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,472 (41.8%)2,051 (58.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,420 (66.9%)702 (33.1%)
Personal Care & Service274 (26.7%)753 (73.3%)
Total (Category)4,450 (43.1%)5,883 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blair County are Office & Administration (7,536 | 13.1%), and Sales & Related (5,006 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Blair County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Blair County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,401 (48.0%)2,605 (52.0%)
Office & Administration2,294 (30.4%)5,242 (69.6%)
Total (Category)4,695 (37.4%)7,847 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blair County are Construction & Extraction (3,065 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,252 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (164 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Blair County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Blair County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry119 (72.6%)45 (27.4%)
Construction & Extraction3,034 (99.0%)31 (1.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,144 (95.2%)108 (4.8%)
Total (Category)5,297 (96.6%)184 (3.4%)
Total (Overall)30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blair County are Production (3,648 | 6.3%), Material Moving (3,419 | 5.9%), and Transportation (2,509 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Blair County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Blair County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,643 (72.5%)1,005 (27.6%)
Transportation2,179 (86.9%)330 (13.2%)
Material Moving2,719 (79.5%)700 (20.5%)
Total (Category)7,541 (78.7%)2,035 (21.2%)
Total (Overall)30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Blair County

Employment Industries in Blair County

The major employment industries in Blair County include Health Care & Social Assistance (10,756 | 18.7%), Retail Trade (8,158 | 14.2%), Manufacturing (5,935 | 10.3%), Educational Services (4,670 | 8.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (4,343 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Blair County

Employment Industries by Sex in Blair County

The Blair County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (90.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (84.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.4%), and Educational Services (67.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blair County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting386 (81.1%)90 (18.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3,454 (90.7%)355 (9.3%)
Manufacturing4,287 (72.2%)1,648 (27.8%)
Wholesale Trade1,068 (70.5%)446 (29.5%)
Retail Trade4,310 (52.8%)3,848 (47.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,199 (84.1%)605 (15.9%)
Utilities402 (80.1%)100 (19.9%)
Information345 (50.7%)336 (49.3%)
Finance & Insurance507 (39.8%)768 (60.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing228 (48.0%)247 (52.0%)
Professional & Scientific1,092 (48.0%)1,181 (52.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)98 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support1,259 (62.5%)756 (37.5%)
Educational Services1,521 (32.6%)3,149 (67.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2,321 (21.6%)8,435 (78.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation661 (67.2%)322 (32.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,854 (42.7%)2,489 (57.3%)
Public Administration1,677 (61.9%)1,034 (38.1%)
Total30,210 (52.5%)27,296 (47.5%)

Education in Blair County

School Enrollment in Blair County

The most common levels of schooling among the 25,571 students in Blair County are middle school (5,876 | 23.0%), elementary school (5,873 | 23.0%), and high school (5,856 | 22.9%).
School Enrollment in Blair County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,5966.2%
Kindergarten1,1804.6%
Elementary School5,87323.0%
Middle School5,87623.0%
High School5,85622.9%
College / Undergraduate4,54017.7%
Graduate / Professional6502.5%
Total25,571100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blair County

Out of a total of 25,571 students who are enrolled in schools in Blair County, 3,503 (13.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 22,068 (86.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 323 (33.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6,459 (89.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blair County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds968 (76.3%)300 (23.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old5,740 (88.0%)780 (12.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds6,459 (89.1%)790 (10.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,645 (88.9%)456 (11.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2,638 (87.5%)377 (12.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,307 (82.8%)271 (17.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds660 (75.5%)214 (24.5%)
35 Years and over643 (66.6%)323 (33.4%)
Total22,068 (86.3%)3,503 (13.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blair County

Education (4,433 | 20.6%), business (3,978 | 18.5%), science & technology (3,608 | 16.8%), arts & humanities (1,776 | 8.3%), and engineering (1,211 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 21,495 individuals in Blair County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blair County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5482.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,1075.1%
Physical & Health Sciences4932.3%
Psychology8393.9%
Social Sciences9604.5%
Engineering1,2115.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies2541.2%
Science & Technology3,60816.8%
Business3,97818.5%
Education4,43320.6%
Literature & Languages5132.4%
Liberal Arts & History8514.0%
Visual & Performing Arts4462.1%
Communications4782.2%
Arts & Humanities1,7768.3%
Total21,495100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Blair County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blair County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blair County are males with 2 vehicles (12,515, accounting for 42.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (10,844, making up 46.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blair County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,048 (3.6%)764 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle5,182 (17.6%)5,795 (21.7%)
2 Vehicles12,515 (42.5%)10,844 (40.7%)
3 Vehicles7,198 (24.4%)6,175 (23.2%)
4 Vehicles2,653 (9.0%)2,334 (8.7%)
5 or more Vehicles841 (2.9%)752 (2.8%)
Total29,437 (100.0%)26,664 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Blair County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blair County are 10 to 14 minutes (10,456 commuters, 19.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (9,760 commuters, 18.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (8,037 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Blair County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2,9755.6%
5 to 9 Minutes8,03715.1%
10 to 14 Minutes10,45619.6%
15 to 19 Minutes9,76018.3%
20 to 24 Minutes7,47414.0%
25 to 29 Minutes2,8655.4%
30 to 34 Minutes4,3998.3%
35 to 39 Minutes1,2942.4%
40 to 44 Minutes1,2942.4%
45 to 59 Minutes2,6375.0%
60 to 89 Minutes1,1582.2%
90 or more Minutes9361.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Blair County

The most common commute times in Blair County are 15 to 19 minutes (5,249 commuters, 18.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (5,536 commuters, 22.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Blair County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,584 (5.6%)1,391 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes4,128 (14.6%)3,909 (15.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes4,920 (17.4%)5,536 (22.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes5,249 (18.6%)4,511 (18.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,912 (13.9%)3,562 (14.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,708 (6.0%)1,157 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,440 (8.6%)1,959 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes762 (2.7%)532 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes617 (2.2%)677 (2.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,465 (5.2%)1,172 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes747 (2.6%)411 (1.6%)
90 or more Minutes697 (2.5%)239 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blair County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Blair County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,486, 12.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (4,235, 16.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blair County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,261 (8.0%)748 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,207 (4.3%)357 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,699 (6.0%)560 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,342 (11.8%)1,689 (6.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,164 (11.2%)3,046 (12.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,486 (12.3%)4,235 (16.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,820 (10.0%)3,820 (15.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2,146 (7.6%)2,547 (10.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM875 (3.1%)1,451 (5.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,229 (4.3%)1,505 (6.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM560 (2.0%)832 (3.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM415 (1.5%)381 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,563 (9.1%)2,108 (8.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,462 (8.7%)1,777 (7.1%)
Total28,229 (100.0%)25,056 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Blair County

Occupancy by Ownership in Blair County

Of the total 50,587 dwellings in Blair County, owner-occupied units account for 36,671 (72.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 13,916 (27.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Blair County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36,67172.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13,91627.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units50,587100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Blair County

Occupancy by Household Size in Blair County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15,82331.3%
2-Person Household17,91735.4%
3-Person Household7,94615.7%
4+ Person Household8,90117.6%
Total Housing Units50,587100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blair County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blair County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household9,327 (59.0%)6,496 (41.0%)
2-Person Household14,337 (80.0%)3,580 (20.0%)
3-Person Household5,875 (73.9%)2,071 (26.1%)
4+ Person Household7,132 (80.1%)1,769 (19.9%)
Total Housing Units36,671 (72.5%)13,916 (27.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blair County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blair County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,838 (52.6%)1,657 (47.4%)
High School Diploma14,784 (70.0%)6,344 (30.0%)
College/Associate Degree9,515 (72.0%)3,698 (28.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher10,534 (82.6%)2,217 (17.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blair County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blair County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,05715.9%
35 to 44 Years7,44114.7%
45 to 54 Years8,33716.5%
55 to 64 Years10,15620.1%
65 to 74 Years9,35518.5%
75 to 84 Years5,14310.2%
85 Years and Over2,0984.2%
Total50,587100.0%

Housing Finances in Blair County

Median Income by Occupancy in Blair County

Median Income by Occupancy in Blair County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied36,671 (72.5%)$75,507
Renter-Occupied13,916 (27.5%)$33,514
Average50,587 (100.0%)$59,386

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blair County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blair County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000645 (1.8%)983 (7.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999480 (1.3%)414 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999923 (2.5%)1,563 (11.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,273 (3.5%)1,232 (8.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,033 (2.8%)1,220 (8.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,854 (7.8%)1,826 (13.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,300 (11.7%)2,468 (17.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,700 (18.3%)2,055 (14.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,980 (16.3%)1,085 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,553 (20.6%)745 (5.3%)
$150,000 or more4,930 (13.4%)325 (2.3%)
Total36,671 (100.0%)13,916 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blair County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blair County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,096 (5.7%)801 (5.8%)
$300 to $4996,823 (18.6%)1,241 (8.9%)
$500 to $7998,891 (24.2%)3,783 (27.2%)
$800 to $9994,451 (12.1%)2,993 (21.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4998,171 (22.3%)3,079 (22.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9994,003 (10.9%)503 (3.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,013 (2.8%)89 (0.6%)
$2,500 to $2,999655 (1.8%)47 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more568 (1.5%)149 (1.1%)
Total36,671 (100.0%)13,916 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Blair County

Housing Structures in Blair County

Housing Structures in Blair County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached37,03873.2%
Single Unit, Attached2,0824.1%
2 Unit Apartments1,7883.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,2404.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9381.8%
10 or more Apartments2,9405.8%
Mobile Home / Other3,5617.0%
Total50,587100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blair County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blair County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached32,827 (88.6%)4,211 (11.4%)
Single Unit, Attached821 (39.4%)1,261 (60.6%)
2 Unit Apartments171 (9.6%)1,617 (90.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments101 (4.5%)2,139 (95.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments15 (1.6%)923 (98.4%)
10 or more Apartments22 (0.7%)2,918 (99.3%)
Mobile Home / Other2,714 (76.2%)847 (23.8%)
Total36,671 (72.5%)13,916 (27.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blair County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blair County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room77 (0.2%)487 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms331 (0.9%)2,241 (16.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms7,693 (21.0%)6,323 (45.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms16,374 (44.7%)3,407 (24.5%)
8 or more Rooms12,196 (33.3%)1,458 (10.5%)
Total36,671 (100.0%)13,916 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blair County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blair County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas20,747 (56.6%)7,826 (56.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas803 (2.2%)386 (2.8%)
Electricity3,869 (10.5%)3,763 (27.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene9,148 (24.9%)1,471 (10.6%)
Coal or Coke377 (1.0%)29 (0.2%)
All other Fuels1,582 (4.3%)234 (1.7%)
No Fuel Used145 (0.4%)207 (1.5%)
Total36,671 (100.0%)13,916 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Blair County

Household Vehicle Usage in Blair County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,270 (3.5%)3,022 (21.7%)
1 Vehicle10,629 (29.0%)7,034 (50.5%)
2 Vehicles15,157 (41.3%)2,993 (21.5%)
3 or more Vehicles9,615 (26.2%)867 (6.2%)
Total36,671 (100.0%)13,916 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Blair County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blair County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units16,67020,001
Median Property Value$134,500$157,400
Median Household Income$54,957$3,305
Monthly Housing Costs$491$510
Real Estate Taxes$1,602$266

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blair County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blair County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,325 (14.0%)747 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9993,496 (21.0%)3,859 (19.3%)
$100,000 to $299,9998,936 (53.6%)12,544 (62.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,296 (7.8%)2,410 (12.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999317 (1.9%)313 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,999141 (0.9%)67 (0.3%)
$1,000,000 or more159 (0.9%)61 (0.3%)
Total16,670 (100.0%)20,001 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blair County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blair County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000837 (5.0%)803 (4.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,277 (13.7%)288 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,954 (11.7%)952 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,374 (14.2%)900 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,236 (19.4%)1,926 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,178 (13.1%)3,464 (17.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,189 (13.1%)3,802 (19.0%)
$150,000 or more1,625 (9.8%)5,364 (26.8%)
Total16,670 (100.0%)20,001 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blair County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blair County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x7,218 (43.3%)91,529 (457.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,051 (18.3%)11,654 (58.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,834 (11.0%)4,097 (20.5%)
4.0x or more4,340 (26.0%)1,400 (7.0%)
Total16,670 (100.0%)20,001 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blair County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blair County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003,430 (20.6%)28 (0.1%)
$800 to $1,4994,142 (24.8%)2,509 (12.5%)
$800 to $1,4998,611 (51.7%)5,688 (28.4%)
Total16,670 (100.0%)20,001 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Blair County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blair County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blair County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years6,843 (94.2%)423 (5.8%)
6 to 18 Years18,892 (95.8%)826 (4.2%)
19 to 25 Years8,897 (91.0%)876 (9.0%)
26 to 34 Years11,754 (89.7%)1,349 (10.3%)
35 to 44 Years13,013 (91.8%)1,169 (8.2%)
45 to 54 Years14,243 (94.3%)863 (5.7%)
55 to 64 Years16,571 (94.5%)969 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years14,538 (99.6%)57 (0.4%)
75 Years and older9,587 (99.4%)58 (0.6%)
Total114,338 (94.6%)6,590 (5.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blair County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blair County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born6,843 (94.2%)423 (5.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen18,892 (95.8%)826 (4.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen8,897 (91.0%)876 (9.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blair County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blair County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00013,996 (93.0%)1,049 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99920,763 (92.8%)1,601 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99919,492 (94.0%)1,245 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917,994 (94.7%)1,004 (5.3%)
$100,000 and over40,278 (96.3%)1,560 (3.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blair County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blair County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,119 (42.9%)4,211 (58.0%)
6 to 18 Years8,080 (41.0%)12,287 (62.3%)
19 to 25 Years2,546 (26.1%)6,804 (69.6%)
25 to 34 Years3,746 (28.6%)8,713 (66.5%)
35 to 44 Years3,592 (25.3%)10,453 (73.7%)
45 to 54 Years3,371 (22.3%)11,714 (77.5%)
55 to 64 Years4,681 (26.7%)12,958 (73.9%)
65 to 74 Years14,151 (97.0%)9,210 (63.1%)
75 Years and over9,577 (99.3%)6,759 (70.1%)
Total52,863 (43.7%)83,109 (68.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blair County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blair County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (0.3%)26 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years1,005 (10.5%)494 (5.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,219 (9.4%)1,035 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years3,644 (15.7%)3,637 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,698 (24.6%)1,744 (22.7%)
75 Years and over1,957 (49.0%)2,217 (39.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blair County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Blair County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (0.3%)26 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years57 (0.6%)33 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years291 (2.2%)92 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,135 (4.9%)672 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years900 (13.0%)563 (7.3%)
75 Years and over1,266 (31.7%)1,049 (18.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Blair County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (0.3%)21 (0.7%)
5 to 17 Years25 (0.3%)71 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years258 (2.0%)122 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years387 (1.7%)546 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years171 (2.5%)293 (3.8%)
75 Years and over223 (5.6%)377 (6.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Blair County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years939 (9.8%)405 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years751 (5.8%)734 (6.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,452 (6.2%)1,685 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years355 (5.1%)280 (3.6%)
75 Years and over381 (9.6%)657 (11.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Blair County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years74 (0.8%)111 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years248 (1.9%)235 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,542 (6.6%)1,935 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years846 (12.2%)1,068 (13.9%)
75 Years and over1,029 (25.8%)1,343 (23.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Blair County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years111 (1.2%)36 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years152 (1.2%)77 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years503 (2.2%)673 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years232 (3.4%)171 (2.2%)
75 Years and over287 (7.2%)612 (10.8%)

Technology Access in Blair County

Computing Device Access in Blair County

Computing Device Access in Blair County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop36,28071.7%
Smartphone40,00179.1%
Tablet27,43854.2%
No Computing Device6,06912.0%
Total50,587100.0%

Internet Access in Blair County

Internet Access in Blair County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1580.3%
Broadband Home35,28969.8%
Cellular Data Only5,29110.5%
Satellite Internet2,7815.5%
No Internet8,32116.5%
Total50,587100.0%

Blair County Summary

Blair County is located in the central region of Pennsylvania, and is part of the Altoona Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was created in 1846 from parts of Huntingdon and Bedford counties. It is named after John Blair, a Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice. The county seat is Hollidaysburg.

Geography

Blair County is located in the Ridge and Valley region of the Appalachian Mountains. The county is bordered by Huntingdon County to the north, Bedford County to the east, Cambria County to the south, and Clearfield County to the west. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Allegheny Front, Tussey Mountain, and Brush Mountain. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Juniata River, Raystown Branch Juniata River, and Little Juniata River.
The county has a total area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water. The county is home to several state parks, including Canoe Creek State Park, Greenwood Furnace State Park, and Prince Gallitzin State Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 127,089 people, 50,845 households, and 33,945 families living in the county. The population density was 233.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. 1.4% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 50,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.7% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.95.
The median age in the county was 41.3 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the county was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

Economy

Blair County has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The county is home to several major employers, including Sheetz, Inc., Penn State Altoona, and UPMC Altoona. The county is also home to several major manufacturing companies, including Alcoa, Armstrong World Industries, and JLG Industries.
The county has a strong agricultural sector, with dairy, poultry, and livestock production. The county is also home to several wineries and breweries, including Allegheny Cellars Winery and Gearhouse Brewing Company.
The median household income in the county was $45,945 in 2017, and the median family income was $56,945. The per capita income was $25,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Blair County is a diverse county located in the central region of Pennsylvania. The county is home to several mountain ranges, rivers, and state parks, and has a diverse economy with a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The county has a population of 127,089, with a median household income of $45,945. The county is home to several major employers, and has a strong agricultural sector.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Blair County?
Total Population of Blair County is 122,640.
What is the Total Male Population of Blair County?
Total Male Population of Blair County is 60,452.
What is the Total Female Population of Blair County?
Total Female Population of Blair County is 62,188.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blair County?
There are 97.21 Males per 100 Females in Blair County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blair County?
There are 102.87 Females per 100 Males in Blair County.
What is the Median Population Age in Blair County?
Median Population Age in Blair County is 42.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blair County
Average Family Size in Blair County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blair County
Average Household Size in Blair County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blair County?
Per Capita income in Blair County is $33,585.
What is the Median Family Income in Blair County?
Median Family Income in Blair County is $80,754.
What is the Median Household income in Blair County?
Median Household Income in Blair County is $59,386.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blair County?
Income or Wage Gap in Blair County is 25.1%.
Women in Blair County earn 74.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Blair County?
Family Income Deficit in Blair County is $9,990.
Families that are below poverty line in Blair County earn $9,990 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blair County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blair County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blair County?
There are 60,099 People in the Labor Forcein in Blair County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blair County?
59.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Blair County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blair County?
Unemployment Rate in Blair County is 4.2%.