Schuylkill County, PA
Schuylkill County Map
Schuylkill County Overview
143,201
TOTAL POPULATION
73,915
MALE POPULATION
69,286
FEMALE POPULATION
106.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,316
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,212
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,574
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,226
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
68,335
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Schuylkill County
The most populous races in Schuylkill County are White / Caucasian (130,117 | 90.9%), Hispanic or Latino (8,813 | 6.1%), and Two or more Races (5,807 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 644 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 4,157 | 2.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 19 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8,813 | 6.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 113 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 130,117 | 90.9% |
| Two or more Races | 5,807 | 4.1% |
| Some other Race | 2,344 | 1.6% |
| Total | 143,201 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Schuylkill County
The most populous ancestries reported in Schuylkill County are German (42,281 | 29.5%), Irish (24,735 | 17.3%), Italian (13,434 | 9.4%), Polish (13,184 | 9.2%), and English (7,414 | 5.2%), together accounting for 70.6% of all Schuylkill County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 17 | 0.0% |
| African | 231 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 107 | 0.1% |
| Alsatian | 8 | 0.0% |
| American | 5,597 | 3.9% |
| Apache | 25 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 846 | 0.6% |
| Argentinean | 267 | 0.2% |
| Armenian | 66 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 938 | 0.7% |
| Bahamian | 26 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 8 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 36 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 136 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 51 | 0.0% |
| Bolivian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 23 | 0.0% |
| British | 228 | 0.2% |
| Bulgarian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 105 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cambodian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 32 | 0.0% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 42 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 27 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 334 | 0.2% |
| Central American Indian | 47 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 248 | 0.2% |
| Chickasaw | 23 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 30 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 129 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 26 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 129 | 0.1% |
| Crow | 31 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 330 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 313 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 470 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 54 | 0.0% |
| Delaware | 19 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 1,723 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 4,863 | 3.4% |
| Dutch West Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 590 | 0.4% |
| Ecuadorian | 219 | 0.2% |
| Egyptian | 103 | 0.1% |
| English | 7,414 | 5.2% |
| Ethiopian | 43 | 0.0% |
| European | 751 | 0.5% |
| Filipino | 18 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 13 | 0.0% |
| French | 1,661 | 1.2% |
| French American Indian | 6 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 103 | 0.1% |
| German | 42,281 | 29.5% |
| Greek | 962 | 0.7% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 32 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 116 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 57 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 521 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 107 | 0.1% |
| Inupiat | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 24,735 | 17.3% |
| Iroquois | 45 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 13,434 | 9.4% |
| Jamaican | 128 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 298 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 33 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 562 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 5,906 | 4.1% |
| Luxembourger | 2 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 86 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,509 | 1.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 78 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 18 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 1 | 0.0% |
| New Zealander | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 46 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 43 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 159 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 100 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 39 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 3,749 | 2.6% |
| Peruvian | 61 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 13,184 | 9.2% |
| Portuguese | 69 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 3,261 | 2.3% |
| Romanian | 69 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 1,344 | 0.9% |
| Salvadoran | 50 | 0.0% |
| Samoan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 47 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 371 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 887 | 0.6% |
| Serbian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 11 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 245 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 2,960 | 2.1% |
| Slovene | 145 | 0.1% |
| South American | 691 | 0.5% |
| South American Indian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 42 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 153 | 0.1% |
| Spanish American | 17 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 160 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 272 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 662 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 650 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 92 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 131 | 0.1% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 12 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 2,434 | 1.7% |
| Venezuelan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Vietnamese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 2,759 | 1.9% |
| West Indian | 48 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 65 | 0.1% | View All 125 Rows |
Immigrants in Schuylkill County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Schuylkill County came from Latin America (1,570 | 1.1%), Caribbean (834 | 0.6%), Dominican Republic (769 | 0.5%), Europe (756 | 0.5%), and Asia (568 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Schuylkill County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 17 | 0.0% |
| Africa | 92 | 0.1% |
| Argentina | 52 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 568 | 0.4% |
| Australia | 24 | 0.0% |
| Austria | 6 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 4 | 0.0% |
| Belize | 45 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 147 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 834 | 0.6% |
| Central America | 550 | 0.4% |
| China | 40 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 46 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 6 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 769 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 30 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 114 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 240 | 0.2% |
| Ecuador | 34 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 21 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 4 | 0.0% |
| England | 7 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 28 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 756 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 310 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 20 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 30 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 74 | 0.1% |
| Hungary | 12 | 0.0% |
| India | 62 | 0.0% |
| Indonesia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 110 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 41 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 25 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 46 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,570 | 1.1% |
| Lebanon | 11 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 354 | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | 9 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 15 | 0.0% |
| North Macedonia | 16 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 21 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 57 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 25 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 126 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 23 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 36 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 163 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 168 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 10 | 0.0% |
| Serbia | 12 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 15 | 0.0% |
| South America | 186 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 205 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 229 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 130 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 30 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 17 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 9 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 27 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 41 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 20 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 329 | 0.2% | View All 69 Rows |
Sex and Age in Schuylkill County
Sex and Age in Schuylkill County
The most populous age groups in Schuylkill County are 55 to 59 Years (5,670 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (5,226 | 7.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3,483 (4.7%) | 3,387 (4.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 4,355 (5.9%) | 3,485 (5.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 3,949 (5.3%) | 4,328 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 4,305 (5.8%) | 3,782 (5.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 4,096 (5.5%) | 3,555 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 4,962 (6.7%) | 3,649 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,693 (6.4%) | 3,630 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 5,064 (6.9%) | 4,027 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 4,427 (6.0%) | 3,914 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 5,032 (6.8%) | 4,238 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 5,399 (7.3%) | 4,783 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 5,670 (7.7%) | 5,226 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 5,189 (7.0%) | 4,995 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 4,746 (6.4%) | 4,666 (6.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 3,591 (4.9%) | 4,005 (5.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 2,169 (2.9%) | 2,670 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 1,492 (2.0%) | 2,076 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1,293 (1.8%) | 2,870 (4.1%) |
| Total | 73,915 (100.0%) | 69,286 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Schuylkill County
Median Family Size in Schuylkill County
The median family size in Schuylkill County is 2.94 persons per family, with married-couple families (25,545 | 69.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.97 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,213 | 11.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 25,545 (69.4%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 4,213 (11.5%) | 2.68 |
| Single Female/Mother | 7,046 (19.1%) | 2.96 |
| Total Families | 36,804 (100.0%) | 2.94 |
Median Household Size in Schuylkill County
The median household size in Schuylkill County is 2.39 persons per household, with single female/mother households (7,046 | 12.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (20,183 | 35.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 25,545 (44.8%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 4,213 (7.4%) | 3.13 |
| Single Female/Mother | 7,046 (12.4%) | 3.21 |
| Non-family | 20,183 (35.4%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 56,987 (100.0%) | 2.39 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Schuylkill County
Out of a total of 56,987 households in Schuylkill County, 36,804 (64.6%) are family households, while 20,183 (35.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 17,962, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 16,664.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 16,664 (29.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 17,962 (31.5%) | 3,242 (5.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 9,255 (16.2%) | 216 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 5,880 (10.3%) | 39 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 2,242 (3.9%) | 17 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 765 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 700 (1.2%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| Total | 36,804 (64.6%) | 20,183 (35.4%) |
Female Fertility in Schuylkill County
Fertility by Age in Schuylkill County
Average fertility rate in Schuylkill County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 112.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 11 (0.7%) | 3.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 1,213 (76.2%) | 112.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 367 (23.1%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 1,591 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Schuylkill County
65.1% of women with births (1,591) in Schuylkill 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 20.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 744 (61.3%) | 469 (38.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 291 (79.3%) | 76 (20.7%) |
| Total | 1,036 (65.1%) | 555 (34.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Schuylkill County
Average fertility rate in Schuylkill County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 71.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 33.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 197 (12.4%) | 43.0 |
| High School Diploma | 478 (30.0%) | 61.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 540 (33.9%) | 60.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 308 (19.4%) | 71.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 68 (4.3%) | 34.0 |
| Total | 1,591 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Schuylkill County
34.9% of women with births in Schuylkill County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 92.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 50.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 148 (75.1%) | 49 (24.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 235 (49.2%) | 243 (50.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 358 (66.3%) | 182 (33.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 231 (75.0%) | 77 (25.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 63 (92.6%) | 5 (7.3%) |
| Total | 1,036 (65.1%) | 555 (34.9%) |
Income in Schuylkill County
Income Overview in Schuylkill County
Per Capita Income in Schuylkill County is $32,316, while median incomes of families and households are $76,212 and $63,574 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 143,201 | $32,316 |
| Median Family Income | 36,804 | $76,212 |
| Mean Family Income | 36,804 | $92,196 |
| Median Household Income | 56,987 | $63,574 |
| Mean Household Income | 56,987 | $79,277 |
| Income Deficit | 36,804 | $10,226 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 143,201 | 30.59% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 143,201 | 69.41¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 143,201 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Schuylkill County
Average Earnings in Schuylkill County are $40,362, $47,957 for men and $33,286 for women, a difference of 30.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 39,262 (54.7%) | $47,957 |
| Female | 32,532 (45.3%) | $33,286 |
| Total | 71,794 (100.0%) | $40,362 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Schuylkill County
The most common earnings brackets in Schuylkill County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (5,272 | 13.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (2,583 | 7.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 2,148 (5.5%) | 2,093 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 1,436 (3.7%) | 1,207 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 969 (2.5%) | 1,190 (3.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 653 (1.7%) | 1,077 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 852 (2.2%) | 1,018 (3.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 749 (1.9%) | 1,413 (4.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1,096 (2.8%) | 1,064 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 666 (1.7%) | 929 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 932 (2.4%) | 931 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 881 (2.2%) | 1,291 (4.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,763 (4.5%) | 2,583 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 2,032 (5.2%) | 2,457 (7.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,694 (4.3%) | 2,404 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 2,240 (5.7%) | 2,246 (6.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 2,446 (6.2%) | 1,639 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 2,405 (6.1%) | 1,257 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 3,994 (10.2%) | 2,526 (7.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 2,918 (7.4%) | 1,735 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,272 (13.4%) | 2,245 (6.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 4,116 (10.5%) | 1,227 (3.8%) |
| Total | 39,262 (100.0%) | 32,532 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Schuylkill County
Average earnings in Schuylkill County are $52,051 for men and $36,361 for women, a difference of 30.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,629, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,389. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,917, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,168.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $36,389 | $18,168 |
| High School Diploma | $48,552 | $28,957 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,451 | $36,213 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,677 | $48,179 |
| Graduate Degree | $72,629 | $69,917 |
| Total | $52,051 | $36,361 |
Family Income in Schuylkill County
Family Income Brackets in Schuylkill County
According to the Schuylkill County family income data, there are 7,618 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 626 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 994 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 626 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,877 | 5.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,613 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,711 | 12.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,250 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,815 | 15.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 7,618 | 20.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3,165 | 8.6% |
| $200,000+ | 2,098 | 5.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Schuylkill County
4-person families (5,129 | 13.9%) account for the highest median family income in Schuylkill County with $114,392 per family, while 2-person families (19,651 | 53.4%) have the highest median income of $33,128 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 19,651 (53.4%) | $66,257 |
| 3-Person Families | 8,883 (24.1%) | $84,215 |
| 4-Person Families | 5,129 (13.9%) | $114,392 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,999 (5.4%) | $92,610 |
| 6-Person Families | 634 (1.7%) | $64,657 |
| 7+ Person Families | 508 (1.4%) | $92,175 |
| Total | 36,804 (100.0%) | $76,212 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Schuylkill County
The median family income in Schuylkill County is $76,212, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,912) having the highest median family income of $134,278, while families with no earners (7,032) have the lowest median family income of $42,310, accounting for 10.6% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 7,032 (19.1%) | $42,310 |
| 1 Earner | 11,906 (32.4%) | $58,496 |
| 2 Earners | 13,954 (37.9%) | $103,526 |
| 3+ Earners | 3,912 (10.6%) | $134,278 |
| Total | 36,804 (100.0%) | $76,212 |
Household Income in Schuylkill County
Household Income Brackets in Schuylkill County
With 10,828 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Schuylkill County, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 2,393 households (4.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,450 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,621 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5,585 | 9.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,730 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7,408 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10,828 | 19.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,807 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9,460 | 16.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3,761 | 6.6% |
| $200,000+ | 2,393 | 4.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Schuylkill County
The median household income in Schuylkill County is $63,574, with the highest median household income of $77,687 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 22,689 households (39.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,757, with 18,166 households (31.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,138 (2.0%) | $47,235 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 14,994 (26.3%) | $73,286 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 22,689 (39.8%) | $77,687 |
| 65+ Years | 18,166 (31.9%) | $41,757 |
| Total | 56,987 (100.0%) | $63,574 |
Poverty in Schuylkill County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Schuylkill County
With 11.5% poverty level for males and 13.2% for females among the residents of Schuylkill County, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 342 males (32.1%) and 179 females (21.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 617 (17.9%) | 563 (16.7%) |
| 5 Years | 342 (32.1%) | 88 (18.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,181 (23.6%) | 684 (14.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 300 (14.2%) | 216 (8.6%) |
| 15 Years | 142 (15.3%) | 179 (21.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 271 (14.3%) | 167 (10.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 544 (10.3%) | 891 (18.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 737 (9.2%) | 1,167 (16.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 739 (9.2%) | 1,239 (15.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,181 (12.4%) | 929 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 894 (8.6%) | 1,112 (10.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 528 (6.6%) | 743 (8.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 360 (7.9%) | 1,008 (14.6%) |
| Total | 7,836 (11.5%) | 8,986 (13.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Schuylkill County
According to the poverty statistics in Schuylkill County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.4% of males and 91.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,826 (82.1%) | 2,806 (83.3%) |
| 5 Years | 724 (67.9%) | 388 (81.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3,821 (76.4%) | 4,051 (85.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,806 (85.8%) | 2,303 (91.4%) |
| 15 Years | 787 (84.7%) | 675 (79.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,620 (85.7%) | 1,494 (89.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 4,757 (89.7%) | 3,862 (81.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7,276 (90.8%) | 6,096 (83.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,253 (90.7%) | 6,687 (84.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 8,327 (87.6%) | 8,074 (89.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 9,455 (91.4%) | 9,063 (89.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,500 (93.4%) | 7,706 (91.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,186 (92.1%) | 5,904 (85.4%) |
| Total | 60,338 (88.5%) | 59,109 (86.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Schuylkill County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Schuylkill County show that 2.9% or 752 of the total 25,545 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.6%, comprising of 103 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.2%, which includes 382 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 17,044 (97.8%) | 382 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6,247 (96.2%) | 248 (3.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1,250 (92.4%) | 103 (7.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 252 (93.0%) | 19 (7.0%) |
| Total | 24,793 (97.1%) | 752 (2.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Schuylkill County
According to the poverty data in Schuylkill County, 16.2% or 681 single-father households and 20.9% or 1,476 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 91 households (30.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 419 households (61.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 134 (7.4%) | 374 (12.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 456 (22.2%) | 670 (20.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 91 (30.8%) | 419 (61.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (14.3%) |
| Total | 681 (16.2%) | 1,476 (20.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Schuylkill County
The poverty data for Schuylkill County shows that 752 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 2,157 of the single-parent households (19.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 households (7.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 510 household (52.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 382 (2.2%) | 508 (10.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 248 (3.8%) | 1,126 (21.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 103 (7.6%) | 510 (52.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 19 (7.0%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| Total | 752 (2.9%) | 2,157 (19.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Schuylkill County
Employment by Class of Employer in Schuylkill County
Among the 63,364 employed individuals in Schuylkill County, private company employees (45,157 | 71.3%), not-for-profit organizations (5,667 | 8.9%), and local government employees (4,195 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 45,157 | 71.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,528 | 2.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 3,121 | 4.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 5,667 | 8.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 4,195 | 6.6% |
| State Government Employees | 2,608 | 4.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,020 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 68 | 0.1% |
| Total | 63,364 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Schuylkill County
According to the labor force statistics for Schuylkill County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (118,431), 57.7% or 68,335 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 3,622 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 78.7% or 6,777 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.6% or 387 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 2,654 (42.1%) | 387 (14.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 5,754 (75.2%) | 593 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 6,777 (78.7%) | 488 (7.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 6,400 (76.9%) | 294 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13,370 (76.7%) | 709 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 15,192 (78.1%) | 729 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 7,965 (73.1%) | 215 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 6,070 (59.6%) | 115 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,606 (21.2%) | 97 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 541 (4.3%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 68,335 (57.7%) | 3,622 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Schuylkill County
According to labor force statistics for Schuylkill County, 74.4% of individuals (55,724) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (74,898) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 2,563 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 89.4% or 13,436 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.9% or 387 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 3,548 (50.4%) | 767 (10.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 21,967 (69.5%) | 1,644 (5.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 16,809 (79.2%) | 934 (4.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 13,436 (89.4%) | 301 (2.0%) |
| Total | 55,724 (74.4%) | 3,445 (4.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Schuylkill County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Schuylkill County are Community & Social Service (5,535 | 8.6%), Management (5,199 | 8.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (4,671 | 7.2%), Education Instruction & Library (3,368 | 5.2%), and Business & Financial (2,444 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Schuylkill County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.6%), Computers & Mathematics (80.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (82.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (78.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 3,203 (61.6%) | 1,996 (38.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,248 (51.1%) | 1,196 (48.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,667 (79.1%) | 439 (20.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 750 (80.1%) | 186 (19.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 717 (87.6%) | 101 (12.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 200 (56.8%) | 152 (43.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,563 (28.2%) | 3,972 (71.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 420 (34.1%) | 813 (65.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 193 (57.8%) | 141 (42.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 733 (21.8%) | 2,635 (78.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 217 (36.2%) | 383 (63.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 845 (18.1%) | 3,826 (81.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 371 (17.3%) | 1,772 (82.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 8,526 (42.7%) | 11,429 (57.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Schuylkill County are Food Preparation & Serving (2,945 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (2,804 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,136 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (1,529 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (1,330 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Schuylkill County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (82.9%), Security & Protection (70.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (54.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.6%), Personal Care & Service (79.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 291 (10.4%) | 2,513 (89.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 943 (70.9%) | 387 (29.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 269 (52.0%) | 248 (48.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 674 (82.9%) | 139 (17.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 832 (28.2%) | 2,113 (71.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 1,161 (54.3%) | 975 (45.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 317 (20.7%) | 1,212 (79.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,544 (33.0%) | 7,200 (67.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Schuylkill County are Office & Administration (6,232 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (4,593 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,892 (41.2%) | 2,701 (58.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,614 (25.9%) | 4,618 (74.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,506 (32.4%) | 7,319 (67.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Schuylkill County are Construction & Extraction (3,819 | 5.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,433 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (206 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 120 (58.3%) | 86 (41.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 3,706 (97.0%) | 113 (3.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 3,398 (99.0%) | 35 (1.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 7,224 (96.9%) | 234 (3.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Schuylkill County are Production (7,326 | 11.4%), Material Moving (5,106 | 7.9%), and Transportation (3,156 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 5,684 (77.6%) | 1,642 (22.4%) |
| Transportation | 2,866 (90.8%) | 290 (9.2%) |
| Material Moving | 3,484 (68.2%) | 1,622 (31.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 12,034 (77.2%) | 3,554 (22.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Schuylkill County
Employment Industries in Schuylkill County
The major employment industries in Schuylkill County include Manufacturing (12,645 | 19.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (10,752 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (7,296 | 11.3%), Construction (4,619 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (4,541 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Schuylkill County
The Schuylkill County industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.9%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (91.3%), and Utilities (87.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (84.6%), Educational Services (75.6%), and Finance & Insurance (65.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 592 (77.9%) | 168 (22.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 655 (91.3%) | 62 (8.6%) |
| Construction | 4,383 (94.9%) | 236 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 9,854 (77.9%) | 2,791 (22.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 844 (66.2%) | 431 (33.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 3,472 (47.6%) | 3,824 (52.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2,947 (67.1%) | 1,443 (32.9%) |
| Utilities | 575 (87.1%) | 85 (12.9%) |
| Information | 360 (60.2%) | 238 (39.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 532 (34.1%) | 1,027 (65.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 241 (57.0%) | 182 (43.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,500 (59.2%) | 1,033 (40.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 14 (60.9%) | 9 (39.1%) |
| Administrative & Support | 1,051 (51.3%) | 996 (48.7%) |
| Educational Services | 1,106 (24.4%) | 3,435 (75.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,660 (15.4%) | 9,092 (84.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 470 (66.6%) | 236 (33.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,027 (34.2%) | 1,978 (65.8%) |
| Public Administration | 1,807 (63.1%) | 1,057 (36.9%) |
| Total | 34,834 (53.9%) | 29,736 (46.1%) |
Education in Schuylkill County
School Enrollment in Schuylkill County
The most common levels of schooling among the 27,356 students in Schuylkill County are high school (7,323 | 26.8%), middle school (6,422 | 23.5%), and elementary school (6,123 | 22.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,486 | 5.4% |
| Kindergarten | 1,325 | 4.8% |
| Elementary School | 6,123 | 22.4% |
| Middle School | 6,422 | 23.5% |
| High School | 7,323 | 26.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 3,643 | 13.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 1,034 | 3.8% |
| Total | 27,356 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Schuylkill County
Out of a total of 27,356 students who are enrolled in schools in Schuylkill County, 4,240 (15.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 23,116 (84.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 513 (42.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4,645 (91.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 662 (74.6%) | 225 (25.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 5,983 (82.6%) | 1,259 (17.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 7,229 (90.8%) | 731 (9.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 4,645 (91.0%) | 457 (9.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,629 (88.4%) | 213 (11.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 1,504 (69.5%) | 660 (30.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 782 (81.5%) | 178 (18.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 686 (57.2%) | 513 (42.8%) |
| Total | 23,116 (84.5%) | 4,240 (15.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Schuylkill County
Education (4,067 | 19.5%), business (3,510 | 16.9%), science & technology (2,640 | 12.7%), arts & humanities (1,778 | 8.5%), and social sciences (1,369 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 20,829 individuals in Schuylkill County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 775 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,056 | 5.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 562 | 2.7% |
| Psychology | 1,111 | 5.3% |
| Social Sciences | 1,369 | 6.6% |
| Engineering | 1,003 | 4.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 96 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 2,640 | 12.7% |
| Business | 3,510 | 16.9% |
| Education | 4,067 | 19.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 643 | 3.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 898 | 4.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 479 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 842 | 4.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,778 | 8.5% |
| Total | 20,829 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Schuylkill County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Schuylkill County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Schuylkill County are males with 2 vehicles (13,209, accounting for 38.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (10,566, making up 45.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 1,096 (3.2%) | 1,013 (3.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 5,358 (15.6%) | 6,195 (21.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 13,209 (38.5%) | 10,566 (36.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 8,945 (26.1%) | 6,967 (24.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 3,850 (11.2%) | 2,958 (10.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,852 (5.4%) | 1,284 (4.4%) |
| Total | 34,310 (100.0%) | 28,983 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Schuylkill County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Schuylkill County are 15 to 19 minutes (8,769 commuters, 14.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (8,233 commuters, 13.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (7,616 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 2,832 | 4.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 7,141 | 11.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 7,616 | 12.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 8,769 | 14.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 8,233 | 13.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 4,074 | 6.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5,862 | 9.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2,004 | 3.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2,197 | 3.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 5,395 | 9.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4,042 | 6.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,815 | 3.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Schuylkill County
The most common commute times in Schuylkill County are 20 to 24 minutes (4,617 commuters, 14.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (4,447 commuters, 16.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,426 (4.4%) | 1,406 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,210 (9.8%) | 3,931 (14.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,763 (11.5%) | 3,853 (14.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,322 (13.3%) | 4,447 (16.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 4,617 (14.1%) | 3,616 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2,270 (7.0%) | 1,804 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 3,359 (10.3%) | 2,503 (9.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,133 (3.5%) | 871 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,331 (4.1%) | 866 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 3,157 (9.7%) | 2,238 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2,804 (8.6%) | 1,238 (4.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,228 (3.8%) | 587 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Schuylkill County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Schuylkill County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (4,048, 12.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (4,157, 15.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 4,048 (12.4%) | 1,109 (4.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 3,155 (9.7%) | 913 (3.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 3,474 (10.6%) | 1,684 (6.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 3,221 (9.9%) | 1,811 (6.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 3,093 (9.5%) | 2,861 (10.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 3,476 (10.7%) | 4,157 (15.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 2,268 (7.0%) | 3,469 (12.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,939 (5.9%) | 2,776 (10.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 704 (2.2%) | 1,657 (6.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 771 (2.4%) | 1,626 (5.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 596 (1.8%) | 786 (2.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 306 (0.9%) | 290 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 2,394 (7.3%) | 2,051 (7.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 3,175 (9.7%) | 2,170 (7.9%) |
| Total | 32,620 (100.0%) | 27,360 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Schuylkill County
Occupancy by Ownership in Schuylkill County
Of the total 56,987 dwellings in Schuylkill County, owner-occupied units account for 43,614 (76.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 13,373 (23.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 43,614 | 76.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 13,373 | 23.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Schuylkill County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 16,664 | 29.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 21,204 | 37.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 9,471 | 16.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 9,648 | 16.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Schuylkill County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 10,787 (64.7%) | 5,877 (35.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 17,756 (83.7%) | 3,448 (16.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 7,385 (78.0%) | 2,086 (22.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 7,686 (79.7%) | 1,962 (20.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 43,614 (76.5%) | 13,373 (23.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Schuylkill County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 3,082 (61.0%) | 1,971 (39.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 18,558 (75.5%) | 6,006 (24.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 12,339 (77.0%) | 3,695 (23.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 9,635 (85.0%) | 1,701 (15.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Schuylkill County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 7,744 | 13.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,388 | 14.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,700 | 18.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11,989 | 21.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10,312 | 18.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 5,357 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 2,497 | 4.4% |
| Total | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Schuylkill County
Median Income by Occupancy in Schuylkill County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 43,614 (76.5%) | $71,707 |
| Renter-Occupied | 13,373 (23.5%) | $36,235 |
| Average | 56,987 (100.0%) | $63,574 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Schuylkill County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 806 (1.8%) | 945 (7.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 454 (1.0%) | 263 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,182 (2.7%) | 1,435 (10.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 1,467 (3.4%) | 1,207 (9.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 1,691 (3.9%) | 1,194 (8.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,350 (7.7%) | 1,392 (10.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5,188 (11.9%) | 2,200 (16.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8,683 (19.9%) | 2,121 (15.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,356 (14.6%) | 1,469 (11.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8,534 (19.6%) | 910 (6.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5,903 (13.5%) | 237 (1.8%) |
| Total | 43,614 (100.0%) | 13,373 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Schuylkill County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2,104 (4.8%) | 670 (5.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 7,953 (18.2%) | 1,245 (9.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 12,119 (27.8%) | 3,966 (29.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 4,654 (10.7%) | 2,792 (20.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 9,099 (20.9%) | 2,440 (18.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 4,203 (9.6%) | 652 (4.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2,108 (4.8%) | 11 (0.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 848 (1.9%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 526 (1.2%) | 21 (0.2%) |
| Total | 43,614 (100.0%) | 13,373 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Schuylkill County
Housing Structures in Schuylkill County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 35,008 | 61.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 13,323 | 23.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,285 | 2.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,845 | 3.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,192 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,260 | 4.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,074 | 3.6% |
| Total | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Schuylkill County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 32,093 (91.7%) | 2,915 (8.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9,600 (72.1%) | 3,723 (27.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 186 (14.5%) | 1,099 (85.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 165 (8.9%) | 1,680 (91.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 26 (2.2%) | 1,166 (97.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (0.7%) | 2,243 (99.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,527 (73.6%) | 547 (26.4%) |
| Total | 43,614 (76.5%) | 13,373 (23.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Schuylkill County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 55 (0.1%) | 575 (4.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 423 (1.0%) | 2,368 (17.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 8,235 (18.9%) | 5,124 (38.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 19,841 (45.5%) | 3,395 (25.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 15,060 (34.5%) | 1,911 (14.3%) |
| Total | 43,614 (100.0%) | 13,373 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Schuylkill County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,459 (5.6%) | 1,126 (8.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,910 (6.7%) | 648 (4.9%) |
| Electricity | 8,708 (20.0%) | 5,482 (41.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 22,376 (51.3%) | 4,809 (36.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 4,843 (11.1%) | 917 (6.9%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,959 (4.5%) | 180 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 359 (0.8%) | 211 (1.6%) |
| Total | 43,614 (100.0%) | 13,373 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Schuylkill County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 1,609 (3.7%) | 3,071 (23.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 11,792 (27.0%) | 6,409 (47.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 17,385 (39.9%) | 2,759 (20.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 12,828 (29.4%) | 1,134 (8.5%) |
| Total | 43,614 (100.0%) | 13,373 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Schuylkill County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Schuylkill County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 22,310 | 21,304 |
| Median Property Value | $102,800 | $155,000 |
| Median Household Income | $57,772 | $4,239 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $535 | $500 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,778 | $97 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Schuylkill County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 5,178 (23.2%) | 1,658 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 5,737 (25.7%) | 4,690 (22.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 9,325 (41.8%) | 11,998 (56.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,329 (6.0%) | 2,184 (10.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 442 (2.0%) | 443 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 37 (0.2%) | 277 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 262 (1.2%) | 54 (0.3%) |
| Total | 22,310 (100.0%) | 21,304 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Schuylkill County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,015 (4.5%) | 1,277 (6.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 3,344 (15.0%) | 245 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,339 (10.5%) | 996 (4.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,118 (14.0%) | 1,011 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,565 (20.5%) | 2,070 (9.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,053 (13.7%) | 4,118 (19.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,212 (14.4%) | 3,303 (15.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,664 (7.5%) | 5,322 (25.0%) |
| Total | 22,310 (100.0%) | 21,304 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Schuylkill County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 11,758 (52.7%) | 90,452 (424.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 3,302 (14.8%) | 12,628 (59.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 2,102 (9.4%) | 4,116 (19.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 4,879 (21.9%) | 1,732 (8.1%) |
| Total | 22,310 (100.0%) | 21,304 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Schuylkill County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 3,108 (13.9%) | 48 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 6,393 (28.7%) | 1,749 (8.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 12,462 (55.9%) | 4,738 (22.2%) |
| Total | 22,310 (100.0%) | 21,304 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Schuylkill County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Schuylkill County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 7,786 (92.4%) | 636 (7.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 20,566 (94.8%) | 1,123 (5.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 8,644 (88.0%) | 1,182 (12.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 12,312 (89.2%) | 1,488 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 14,423 (90.7%) | 1,477 (9.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 17,328 (93.7%) | 1,161 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 19,325 (94.5%) | 1,127 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16,432 (99.7%) | 45 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 11,445 (99.9%) | 13 (0.1%) |
| Total | 128,261 (94.0%) | 8,252 (6.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Schuylkill County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 7,786 (92.4%) | 636 (7.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 20,566 (94.8%) | 1,123 (5.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 8,644 (88.0%) | 1,182 (12.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Schuylkill County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 15,550 (92.8%) | 1,197 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 22,433 (91.2%) | 2,175 (8.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 23,529 (94.8%) | 1,297 (5.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19,698 (94.8%) | 1,081 (5.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 46,778 (94.9%) | 2,497 (5.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Schuylkill County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 3,803 (45.2%) | 4,456 (52.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 8,615 (39.7%) | 13,581 (62.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,015 (20.5%) | 6,987 (71.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,053 (22.1%) | 9,923 (71.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,404 (21.4%) | 11,469 (72.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,862 (20.9%) | 14,303 (77.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,611 (22.6%) | 16,061 (78.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15,923 (96.6%) | 10,032 (60.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11,380 (99.3%) | 8,066 (70.4%) |
| Total | 56,666 (41.5%) | 94,878 (69.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Schuylkill County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 826 (7.4%) | 529 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,228 (9.2%) | 1,283 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4,807 (17.3%) | 4,783 (17.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,122 (26.4%) | 2,312 (27.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,550 (56.1%) | 3,453 (50.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Schuylkill County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 65 (0.6%) | 23 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 185 (1.4%) | 126 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,466 (5.3%) | 829 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,361 (17.0%) | 818 (9.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,482 (32.6%) | 1,674 (24.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 54 (0.5%) | 38 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 122 (0.9%) | 147 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 643 (2.3%) | 798 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 310 (3.9%) | 353 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 471 (10.4%) | 522 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 671 (6.0%) | 444 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 900 (6.7%) | 976 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,184 (7.9%) | 1,904 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 367 (4.6%) | 507 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 563 (12.4%) | 813 (11.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 45 (0.4%) | 52 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 274 (2.1%) | 176 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,036 (7.3%) | 2,610 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 994 (12.4%) | 1,520 (18.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,653 (36.4%) | 2,495 (36.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 148 (1.3%) | 48 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 171 (1.3%) | 99 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 691 (2.5%) | 760 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 230 (2.9%) | 334 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 753 (16.6%) | 847 (12.2%) |
Technology Access in Schuylkill County
Computing Device Access in Schuylkill County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 40,840 | 71.7% |
| Smartphone | 45,119 | 79.2% |
| Tablet | 31,548 | 55.4% |
| No Computing Device | 6,450 | 11.3% |
| Total | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Schuylkill County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 242 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 38,318 | 67.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 6,230 | 10.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 2,987 | 5.2% |
| No Internet | 9,707 | 17.0% |
| Total | 56,987 | 100.0% |
Schuylkill County Summary
Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is located in the east-central part of the state, and is part of the Anthracite Coal Region. It is bordered by Carbon, Lehigh, Northumberland, Dauphin, and Berks Counties. The county seat is Pottsville, and the county is home to over 148,000 people.
Geography
Schuylkill County is located in the Appalachian Mountains, and is part of the Ridge and Valley Province. The county is divided into two distinct regions: the northern part is part of the Ridge and Valley Province, while the southern part is part of the Anthracite Coal Region. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Blue Mountain, Mahantango Mountain, and the Broad Mountain. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Schuylkill River, the Little Schuylkill River, and the Mahantango Creek.
The county has a total area of 866 square miles, of which 860 square miles is land and 6 square miles is water. The county is home to several state parks, including Locust Lake State Park, Tuscarora State Park, and Locust Mountain State Park.
History
Schuylkill County was formed in 1811 from parts of Berks, Northampton, and Northumberland Counties. The county was named after the Schuylkill River, which was named by Dutch settlers in the 17th century. The county was originally home to the Susquehannock and Iroquois Native American tribes.
The county was an important center of the anthracite coal industry in the 19th and 20th centuries. The county was home to several coal mining companies, including the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company, the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company, and the Lehigh Valley Coal Company. The county was also home to several steel mills, including the Bethlehem Steel Corporation and the Reading Steel Company.
Economy
Schuylkill County’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and mining. The county is home to several manufacturing companies, including the Reading Steel Company, the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, and the Lehigh Valley Coal Company. The county is also home to several coal mining companies, including the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company, the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company, and the Lehigh Valley Coal Company.
The county is also home to several agricultural businesses, including dairy farms, poultry farms, and fruit and vegetable farms. The county is also home to several wineries and breweries.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Schuylkill County had a population of 148,289. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Schuylkill County?
Total Population of Schuylkill County is 143,201.
What is the Total Male Population of Schuylkill County?
Total Male Population of Schuylkill County is 73,915.
What is the Total Female Population of Schuylkill County?
Total Female Population of Schuylkill County is 69,286.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Schuylkill County?
There are 106.68 Males per 100 Females in Schuylkill County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Schuylkill County?
There are 93.74 Females per 100 Males in Schuylkill County.
What is the Median Population Age in Schuylkill County?
Median Population Age in Schuylkill County is 44.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Schuylkill County
Average Family Size in Schuylkill County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Schuylkill County
Average Household Size in Schuylkill County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Schuylkill County?
Per Capita income in Schuylkill County is $32,316.
What is the Median Family Income in Schuylkill County?
Median Family Income in Schuylkill County is $76,212.
What is the Median Household income in Schuylkill County?
Median Household Income in Schuylkill County is $63,574.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Schuylkill County?
Income or Wage Gap in Schuylkill County is 30.6%.
Women in Schuylkill County earn 69.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Schuylkill County?
Family Income Deficit in Schuylkill County is $10,226.
Families that are below poverty line in Schuylkill County earn $10,226 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Schuylkill County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Schuylkill County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Schuylkill County?
There are 68,335 People in the Labor Forcein in Schuylkill County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Schuylkill County?
57.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Schuylkill County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Schuylkill County?
Unemployment Rate in Schuylkill County is 5.3%.