York County, PA

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457,051
TOTAL POPULATION
227,361
MALE POPULATION
229,690
FEMALE POPULATION
98.99
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,926
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,408
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$79,183
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,003
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
241,994
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

York County Area Codes

Race in York County

The most populous races in York County are White / Caucasian (386,877 | 84.7%), Hispanic or Latino (38,943 | 8.5%), and Black / African American (27,481 | 6.0%).
Race in York County
Race# Population% Population
Asian6,7131.5%
Black / African American27,4816.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific1770.0%
Hispanic or Latino38,9438.5%
Native / Alaskan7150.2%
White / Caucasian386,87784.7%
Two or more Races23,7465.2%
Some other Race11,3422.5%
Total457,051100.0%

Ancestry in York County

The most populous ancestries reported in York County are German (146,020 | 32.0%), Irish (53,752 | 11.8%), English (40,338 | 8.8%), American (30,850 | 6.8%), and Italian (29,929 | 6.6%), together accounting for 65.8% of all York County residents.
Ancestry in York County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1,8310.4%
Alaska Native110.0%
Albanian100.0%
American30,8506.8%
Apache500.0%
Arab1,5650.3%
Argentinean1660.0%
Armenian2970.1%
Australian960.0%
Austrian6510.1%
Bahamian130.0%
Barbadian570.0%
Belgian840.0%
Belizean1050.0%
Bhutanese4940.1%
Blackfeet1600.0%
Bolivian90.0%
Brazilian2970.1%
British2,5450.6%
British West Indian210.0%
Bulgarian1730.0%
Burmese1,0800.2%
Cambodian290.0%
Canadian3380.1%
Celtic200.0%
Central American1,5510.3%
Central American Indian2560.1%
Cherokee1,2330.3%
Chilean1450.0%
Chippewa190.0%
Choctaw160.0%
Colombian6220.1%
Comanche350.0%
Costa Rican1160.0%
Cree30.0%
Creek130.0%
Croatian7060.2%
Cuban7630.2%
Cypriot130.0%
Czech8100.2%
Czechoslovakian2000.0%
Danish5830.1%
Delaware580.0%
Dominican6,7041.5%
Dutch3,9410.9%
Eastern European1,4740.3%
Ecuadorian3110.1%
Egyptian4430.1%
English40,3388.8%
Estonian310.0%
Ethiopian1400.0%
European5,3041.2%
Fijian600.0%
Filipino190.0%
Finnish2330.1%
French6,8651.5%
French American Indian10.0%
French Canadian9690.2%
German146,02032.0%
German Russian180.0%
Ghanaian3020.1%
Greek1,4990.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro320.0%
Guatemalan5560.1%
Guyanese90.0%
Haitian2570.1%
Honduran1350.0%
Hungarian1,7460.4%
Icelander150.0%
Indian (Asian)1,7320.4%
Iranian820.0%
Irish53,75211.8%
Iroquois1190.0%
Israeli390.0%
Italian29,9296.6%
Jamaican4930.1%
Japanese3530.1%
Kenyan1770.0%
Korean1,6770.4%
Laotian760.0%
Latvian90.0%
Lebanese4570.1%
Lithuanian1,1050.2%
Lumbee270.0%
Luxembourger120.0%
Macedonian520.0%
Malaysian2750.1%
Maltese80.0%
Mexican6,1521.3%
Mexican American Indian450.0%
Mongolian520.0%
Moroccan580.0%
Native Hawaiian3190.1%
Navajo1690.0%
New Zealander140.0%
Nicaraguan400.0%
Nigerian1070.0%
Northern European3260.1%
Norwegian1,7340.4%
Pakistani1830.0%
Palestinian280.0%
Panamanian2620.1%
Paraguayan220.0%
Pennsylvania German3,3460.7%
Peruvian9960.2%
Pima240.0%
Polish13,2222.9%
Portuguese3870.1%
Puerto Rican19,5134.3%
Romanian3980.1%
Russian2,7460.6%
Salvadoran4420.1%
Samoan1430.0%
Scandinavian8550.2%
Scotch-Irish5,0831.1%
Scottish7,4161.6%
Seminole260.0%
Serbian3500.1%
Sierra Leonean280.0%
Sioux120.0%
Slavic2090.1%
Slovak1,9230.4%
Slovene2960.1%
Somali80.0%
South African1080.0%
South American2,4380.5%
South American Indian520.0%
Spaniard7030.2%
Spanish2690.1%
Spanish American190.0%
Spanish American Indian670.0%
Sri Lankan1,0420.2%
Subsaharan African3,0270.7%
Swedish1,8720.4%
Swiss2,8830.6%
Syrian1010.0%
Taiwanese10.0%
Thai1,4820.3%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian500.0%
Turkish520.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander1020.0%
Ukrainian1,2070.3%
Uruguayan420.0%
Venezuelan1250.0%
Vietnamese950.0%
Welsh3,9750.9%
West Indian640.0%
Yugoslavian3120.1%
Zimbabwean80.0%
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Immigrants in York County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in York County came from Latin America (8,984 | 2.0%), Asia (4,975 | 1.1%), Caribbean (4,762 | 1.0%), Dominican Republic (3,676 | 0.8%), and Europe (3,502 | 0.8%), together accounting for 5.7% of all York County residents.
Immigrants in York County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2,1200.5%
Albania80.0%
Argentina1230.0%
Asia4,9751.1%
Australia10.0%
Austria470.0%
Bahamas130.0%
Bangladesh1350.0%
Barbados60.0%
Belarus640.0%
Belgium250.0%
Belize180.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina930.0%
Brazil3890.1%
Bulgaria1150.0%
Cambodia1120.0%
Cameroon1280.0%
Canada2610.1%
Caribbean4,7621.0%
Central America2,6890.6%
Chile160.0%
China8160.2%
Colombia3090.1%
Costa Rica170.0%
Cuba1360.0%
Czechoslovakia310.0%
Dominica720.0%
Dominican Republic3,6760.8%
Eastern Africa4510.1%
Eastern Asia1,2160.3%
Eastern Europe1,4980.3%
Ecuador1220.0%
Egypt3140.1%
El Salvador3700.1%
England2660.1%
Ethiopia1440.0%
Europe3,5020.8%
France1510.0%
Germany3600.1%
Ghana3290.1%
Greece1500.0%
Grenada220.0%
Guatemala3930.1%
Guyana390.0%
Haiti1340.0%
Honduras550.0%
Hungary810.0%
India9350.2%
Indonesia290.0%
Iran480.0%
Ireland2320.1%
Israel210.0%
Italy4850.1%
Jamaica3830.1%
Japan750.0%
Kenya1900.0%
Korea3250.1%
Laos2970.1%
Latin America8,9842.0%
Lebanon460.0%
Liberia190.0%
Malaysia880.0%
Mexico1,7590.4%
Micronesia60.0%
Middle Africa1630.0%
Morocco650.0%
Nepal1880.0%
Netherlands490.0%
Nicaragua400.0%
Nigeria1370.0%
Northern Africa5590.1%
Northern Europe7170.2%
Oceania210.0%
Pakistan2830.1%
Panama370.0%
Peru3990.1%
Philippines5590.1%
Poland3090.1%
Romania1240.0%
Russia3950.1%
Saudi Arabia1500.0%
Scotland1040.0%
Sierra Leone300.0%
Somalia80.0%
South Africa1890.0%
South America1,5330.3%
South Central Asia1,6630.4%
South Eastern Asia1,8040.4%
Southern Europe6550.1%
Spain160.0%
Sri Lanka490.0%
Sudan470.0%
Sweden170.0%
Syria60.0%
Thailand1030.0%
Trinidad and Tobago1540.0%
Turkey90.0%
Ukraine2510.1%
Uruguay180.0%
Venezuela960.0%
Vietnam6160.1%
West Indies1240.0%
Western Africa6560.1%
Western Asia2920.1%
Western Europe6320.1%
Zaire350.0%
Zimbabwe150.0%
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Sex and Age in York County

Sex and Age in York County

The most populous age groups in York County are 55 to 59 Years (16,104 | 7.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (16,610 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in York County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12,723 (5.6%)12,133 (5.3%)
5 to 9 Years13,726 (6.0%)12,789 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years15,552 (6.8%)14,809 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years15,177 (6.7%)14,019 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years13,720 (6.0%)12,671 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Years13,862 (6.1%)13,512 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years14,524 (6.4%)14,124 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years14,385 (6.3%)14,982 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years13,764 (6.0%)13,106 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years14,345 (6.3%)14,231 (6.2%)
50 to 54 Years15,892 (7.0%)15,424 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years16,104 (7.1%)15,820 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years16,001 (7.0%)16,610 (7.2%)
65 to 69 Years12,951 (5.7%)13,805 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years10,391 (4.6%)11,391 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years6,217 (2.7%)7,824 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years4,383 (1.9%)5,720 (2.5%)
85 Years and over3,644 (1.6%)6,720 (2.9%)
Total227,361 (100.0%)229,690 (100.0%)

Families and Households in York County

Median Family Size in York County

The median family size in York County is 3.01 persons per family, with single female/mother families (19,914 | 16.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.07 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (8,754 | 7.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
Median Family Size in York County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple93,723 (76.6%)3.03
Single Male/Father8,754 (7.1%)2.66
Single Female/Mother19,914 (16.3%)3.07
Total Families122,391 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in York County

The median household size in York County is 2.51 persons per household, with single female/mother households (19,914 | 11.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.36 persons per household. non-family households (56,152 | 31.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in York County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple93,723 (52.5%)3.05
Single Male/Father8,754 (4.9%)3.10
Single Female/Mother19,914 (11.2%)3.36
Non-family56,152 (31.5%)1.23
Total Households178,543 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in York County

Out of a total of 178,543 households in York County, 122,391 (68.5%) are family households, while 56,152 (31.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 55,069, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 45,409.
Household Size by Marriage Status in York County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-45,409 (25.4%)
2-Person Households55,069 (30.8%)9,518 (5.3%)
3-Person Households28,639 (16.0%)784 (0.4%)
4-Person Households22,502 (12.6%)237 (0.1%)
5-Person Households10,371 (5.8%)149 (0.1%)
6-Person Households3,897 (2.2%)27 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,913 (1.1%)28 (0.0%)
Total122,391 (68.5%)56,152 (31.5%)

Female Fertility in York County

Fertility by Age in York County

Average fertility rate in York 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 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in York County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years237 (4.6%)17.0
20 to 34 years3,922 (75.4%)97.0
35 to 50 years1,043 (20.1%)23.0
Total5,202 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in York County

71.4% of women with births (5,202) in York 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 24.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in York County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)237 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years2,945 (75.1%)977 (24.9%)
35 to 50 years770 (73.8%)273 (26.2%)
Total3,714 (71.4%)1,488 (28.6%)

Fertility by Education in York County

Average fertility rate in York County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 67.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 30.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in York County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School527 (10.1%)35.0
High School Diploma1,354 (26.0%)52.0
College or Associate's Degree1,602 (30.8%)53.0
Bachelor's Degree1,237 (23.8%)67.0
Graduate Degree482 (9.3%)46.0
Total5,202 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in York County

28.6% of women with births in York County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 94.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 45.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in York County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School344 (65.3%)183 (34.7%)
High School Diploma743 (54.9%)611 (45.1%)
College or Associate's Degree1,006 (62.8%)596 (37.2%)
Bachelor's Degree1,170 (94.6%)67 (5.4%)
Graduate Degree452 (93.8%)30 (6.2%)
Total3,714 (71.4%)1,488 (28.6%)

Income in York County

Income Overview in York County

Per Capita Income in York County is $38,926, while median incomes of families and households are $95,408 and $79,183 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income457,051$38,926
Median Family Income122,391$95,408
Mean Family Income122,391$112,949
Median Household Income178,543$79,183
Mean Household Income178,543$97,814
Income Deficit122,391$11,003
Wage / Income Gap (%)457,05133.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)457,05166.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index457,0510.42

Earnings by Sex in York County

Average Earnings in York County are $44,067, $53,063 for men and $35,298 for women, a difference of 33.5%.
Earnings by Sex in York County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male132,685 (52.5%)$53,063
Female119,877 (47.5%)$35,298
Total252,562 (100.0%)$44,067

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in York County

The most common earnings brackets in York County are $100,000+ for men (22,763 | 17.2%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (10,403 | 8.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in York County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5,197 (3.9%)6,995 (5.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9993,456 (2.6%)4,974 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4993,906 (2.9%)5,464 (4.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9993,199 (2.4%)4,166 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4993,319 (2.5%)4,414 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9992,218 (1.7%)3,968 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,020 (1.5%)3,407 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,193 (1.7%)3,015 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,240 (1.7%)2,859 (2.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,603 (2.0%)4,425 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9995,390 (4.1%)7,349 (6.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9996,290 (4.7%)8,380 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9995,877 (4.4%)7,585 (6.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9996,706 (5.1%)6,850 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9997,726 (5.8%)6,218 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9996,098 (4.6%)5,632 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99912,343 (9.3%)9,248 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99910,145 (7.6%)6,349 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99918,996 (14.3%)10,403 (8.7%)
$100,000+22,763 (17.2%)8,176 (6.8%)
Total132,685 (100.0%)119,877 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in York County

Average earnings in York County are $59,221 for men and $40,503 for women, a difference of 31.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $97,168, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,410. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,054, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,021.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in York County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$40,410$23,021
High School Diploma$49,460$31,821
College or Associate's Degree$62,272$39,173
Bachelor's Degree$78,979$54,350
Graduate Degree$97,168$71,054
Total$59,221$40,503

Family Income in York County

Family Income Brackets in York County

According to the York County family income data, there are 29,741 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,836 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in York County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,5702.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,8361.5%
$15,000 to $24,9993,7943.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995,7524.7%
$35,000 to $49,99910,5268.6%
$50,000 to $74,99920,31716.6%
$75,000 to $99,99919,58316.0%
$100,000 to $149,99929,74124.3%
$150,000 to $199,99915,05412.3%
$200,000+13,21810.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in York County

6-person families (3,438 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in York County with $128,281 per family, while 2-person families (59,181 | 48.3%) have the highest median income of $40,885 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in York County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families59,181 (48.3%)$81,770
3-Person Families27,975 (22.9%)$102,182
4-Person Families21,206 (17.3%)$117,210
5-Person Families8,909 (7.3%)$111,270
6-Person Families3,438 (2.8%)$128,281
7+ Person Families1,682 (1.4%)$116,071
Total122,391 (100.0%)$95,408

Family Income by Number of Earners in York County

The median family income in York County is $95,408, with families comprising 3+ earners (16,427) having the highest median family income of $144,807, while families with no earners (17,242) have the lowest median family income of $51,504, accounting for 13.4% and 14.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in York County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners17,242 (14.1%)$51,504
1 Earner35,442 (29.0%)$66,663
2 Earners53,280 (43.5%)$115,761
3+ Earners16,427 (13.4%)$144,807
Total122,391 (100.0%)$95,408

Household Income in York County

Household Income Brackets in York County

With 35,709 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in York County, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 4,999 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in York County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006,4283.6%
$10,000 to $14,9994,9992.8%
$15,000 to $24,99910,7136.0%
$25,000 to $34,99913,0347.3%
$35,000 to $49,99919,10410.7%
$50,000 to $74,99930,53117.1%
$75,000 to $99,99926,06714.6%
$100,000 to $149,99935,70920.0%
$150,000 to $199,99916,9629.5%
$200,000+14,8198.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in York County

The median household income in York County is $79,183, with the highest median household income of $98,308 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 69,677 households (39.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,606, with 4,901 households (2.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in York County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4,901 (2.7%)$48,606
25 to 44 Years53,012 (29.7%)$87,190
45 to 64 Years69,677 (39.0%)$98,308
65+ Years50,953 (28.5%)$52,667
Total178,543 (100.0%)$79,183

Poverty in York County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in York County

With 7.6% poverty level for males and 9.6% for females among the residents of York County, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,583 males (12.6%) and 2,190 females (14.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in York County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,583 (12.6%)1,560 (13.0%)
5 Years258 (8.4%)210 (9.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,941 (12.3%)2,190 (14.2%)
12 to 14 Years871 (9.0%)971 (10.5%)
15 Years358 (11.8%)223 (7.9%)
16 and 17 Years602 (9.6%)388 (6.5%)
18 to 24 Years1,661 (9.4%)2,140 (13.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,897 (6.8%)2,976 (10.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,821 (6.6%)2,476 (8.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,677 (5.6%)1,672 (5.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,034 (6.4%)2,769 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,500 (6.5%)1,950 (7.9%)
75 Years and over718 (5.2%)2,094 (11.0%)
Total16,921 (7.6%)21,619 (9.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in York County

According to the poverty statistics in York County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.8% of males and 94.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in York County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10,998 (87.4%)10,416 (87.0%)
5 Years2,815 (91.6%)2,114 (91.0%)
6 to 11 Years13,817 (87.7%)13,256 (85.8%)
12 to 14 Years8,841 (91.0%)8,269 (89.5%)
15 Years2,680 (88.2%)2,598 (92.1%)
16 and 17 Years5,680 (90.4%)5,580 (93.5%)
18 to 24 Years16,081 (90.6%)14,139 (86.9%)
25 to 34 Years25,916 (93.2%)24,619 (89.2%)
35 to 44 Years25,872 (93.4%)25,483 (91.1%)
45 to 54 Years28,311 (94.4%)27,950 (94.4%)
55 to 64 Years29,906 (93.6%)29,591 (91.4%)
65 to 74 Years21,761 (93.5%)22,894 (92.1%)
75 Years and over13,095 (94.8%)16,892 (89.0%)
Total205,773 (92.4%)203,801 (90.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in York County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in York County show that 2.7% or 2,493 of the total 93,723 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 15.5%, comprising of 102 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 594 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in York County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children56,158 (97.4%)1,473 (2.6%)
1 or 2 Children27,818 (97.9%)594 (2.1%)
3 or 4 Children6,700 (95.4%)324 (4.6%)
5 or more Children554 (84.5%)102 (15.5%)
Total91,230 (97.3%)2,493 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in York County

According to the poverty data in York County, 8.9% or 776 single-father households and 20.2% or 4,023 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 94 households (12.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 953 households (45.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in York County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children178 (4.9%)474 (6.8%)
1 or 2 Children504 (11.5%)2,577 (24.2%)
3 or 4 Children94 (12.9%)953 (45.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)19 (10.4%)
Total776 (8.9%)4,023 (20.2%)

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

The poverty data for York County shows that 2,493 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 4,799 of the single-parent households (16.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 households (15.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1,047 household (36.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in York County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,473 (2.6%)652 (6.1%)
1 or 2 Children594 (2.1%)3,081 (20.5%)
3 or 4 Children324 (4.6%)1,047 (36.9%)
5 or more Children102 (15.5%)19 (9.9%)
Total2,493 (2.7%)4,799 (16.7%)

Employment Characteristics in York County

Employment by Class of Employer in York County

Among the 225,878 employed individuals in York County, private company employees (157,561 | 69.8%), not-for-profit organizations (24,982 | 11.1%), and local government employees (13,573 | 6.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in York County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees157,56169.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6,5292.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)10,9594.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations24,98211.1%
Local Government Employees13,5736.0%
State Government Employees5,9532.6%
Federal Government Employees6,0182.7%
Unpaid Family Workers3030.1%
Total225,878100.0%

Employment Status by Age in York County

According to the labor force statistics for York County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (369,456), 65.5% or 241,994 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 11,132 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 86.7% or 51,926 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.5% or 1,725 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in York County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11,900 (51.0%)1,726 (14.5%)
20 to 24 Years21,245 (80.5%)1,870 (8.8%)
25 to 29 Years23,241 (84.9%)1,371 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years24,666 (86.1%)765 (3.1%)
35 to 44 Years48,589 (86.4%)2,235 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years51,926 (86.7%)1,194 (2.3%)
55 to 59 Years25,092 (78.6%)803 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years20,219 (62.0%)526 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years12,911 (26.6%)516 (4.0%)
75 Years and over2,209 (6.4%)128 (5.8%)
Total241,994 (65.5%)11,132 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in York County

According to labor force statistics for York County, 81.9% of individuals (193,846) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (236,686) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 6,978 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 89.8% or 59,642 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 844 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in York County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School10,683 (62.3%)1,355 (7.9%)
High School Diploma67,222 (77.9%)3,452 (4.0%)
College / Associate Degree56,269 (84.2%)2,606 (3.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher59,642 (89.8%)1,328 (2.0%)
Total193,846 (81.9%)8,521 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in York County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in York County are Management (23,289 | 10.1%), Community & Social Service (20,836 | 9.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (15,400 | 6.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (12,891 | 5.6%), and Business & Financial (11,887 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in York County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in York County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (89.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (73.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.3%), Health Technologists (81.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in York County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management13,732 (59.0%)9,557 (41.0%)
Business & Financial6,072 (51.1%)5,815 (48.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9,959 (77.3%)2,932 (22.7%)
Computers & Mathematics4,630 (73.3%)1,686 (26.7%)
Architecture & Engineering4,491 (89.4%)533 (10.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science838 (54.0%)713 (46.0%)
Community & Social Service 6,199 (29.7%)14,637 (70.3%)
Education, Arts & Media1,375 (32.4%)2,866 (67.6%)
Legal Services & Support585 (34.5%)1,110 (65.5%)
Education Instruction & Library2,394 (20.6%)9,202 (79.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,845 (55.8%)1,459 (44.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2,875 (18.7%)12,525 (81.3%)
Health Technologists1,805 (18.7%)7,828 (81.3%)
Total (Category)38,837 (46.1%)45,466 (53.9%)
Total (Overall)121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in York County are Food Preparation & Serving (11,240 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (6,704 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (6,652 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (5,578 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (5,139 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in York County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in York County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.2%), Security & Protection (82.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (76.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.3%), Personal Care & Service (77.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (61.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in York County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support911 (13.7%)5,741 (86.3%)
Security & Protection4,244 (82.6%)895 (17.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,705 (76.6%)522 (23.4%)
Law Enforcement2,539 (87.2%)373 (12.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving4,366 (38.8%)6,874 (61.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4,559 (68.0%)2,145 (32.0%)
Personal Care & Service1,277 (22.9%)4,301 (77.1%)
Total (Category)15,357 (43.5%)19,956 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in York County are Office & Administration (27,436 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (20,073 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in York County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in York County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10,042 (50.0%)10,031 (50.0%)
Office & Administration6,334 (23.1%)21,102 (76.9%)
Total (Category)16,376 (34.5%)31,133 (65.5%)
Total (Overall)121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in York County are Construction & Extraction (11,188 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9,562 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (506 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in York County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in York County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry375 (74.1%)131 (25.9%)
Construction & Extraction10,673 (95.4%)515 (4.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9,061 (94.8%)501 (5.2%)
Total (Category)20,109 (94.6%)1,147 (5.4%)
Total (Overall)121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in York County are Production (18,494 | 8.0%), Material Moving (14,138 | 6.1%), and Transportation (9,635 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in York County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in York County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13,308 (72.0%)5,186 (28.0%)
Transportation7,954 (82.6%)1,681 (17.4%)
Material Moving9,943 (70.3%)4,195 (29.7%)
Total (Category)31,205 (73.8%)11,062 (26.2%)
Total (Overall)121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in York County

Employment Industries in York County

The major employment industries in York County include Manufacturing (35,368 | 15.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (34,699 | 15.0%), Retail Trade (25,749 | 11.2%), Construction (16,765 | 7.3%), and Educational Services (16,736 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in York County

Employment Industries by Sex in York County

The York County industries that see more men than women are Construction (89.7%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (79.9%), and Utilities (76.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.2%), Educational Services (72.1%), and Enterprise Management (66.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in York County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting1,237 (65.9%)641 (34.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction230 (79.9%)58 (20.1%)
Construction15,036 (89.7%)1,729 (10.3%)
Manufacturing24,520 (69.3%)10,848 (30.7%)
Wholesale Trade5,363 (70.7%)2,220 (29.3%)
Retail Trade13,121 (51.0%)12,628 (49.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing9,596 (70.4%)4,029 (29.6%)
Utilities1,910 (76.9%)574 (23.1%)
Information1,660 (66.9%)820 (33.1%)
Finance & Insurance3,854 (37.4%)6,446 (62.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,327 (49.5%)1,353 (50.5%)
Professional & Scientific7,250 (57.5%)5,349 (42.5%)
Enterprise Management97 (33.7%)191 (66.3%)
Administrative & Support5,491 (66.5%)2,765 (33.5%)
Educational Services4,665 (27.9%)12,071 (72.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6,865 (19.8%)27,834 (80.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,588 (51.0%)1,525 (49.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5,546 (40.7%)8,066 (59.3%)
Public Administration6,915 (63.7%)3,945 (36.3%)
Total121,884 (52.8%)108,764 (47.2%)

Education in York County

School Enrollment in York County

The most common levels of schooling among the 100,610 students in York County are high school (24,036 | 23.9%), middle school (23,881 | 23.7%), and elementary school (20,403 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in York County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5,7935.8%
Kindergarten5,3485.3%
Elementary School20,40320.3%
Middle School23,88123.7%
High School24,03623.9%
College / Undergraduate16,89616.8%
Graduate / Professional4,2534.2%
Total100,610100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in York County

Out of a total of 100,610 students who are enrolled in schools in York County, 21,027 (20.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 79,583 (79.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2,392 (55.9% 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 26,597 (89.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in York County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,889 (44.1%)2,392 (55.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old20,891 (85.1%)3,672 (14.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds26,597 (89.6%)3,099 (10.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15,762 (89.4%)1,877 (10.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4,396 (61.6%)2,744 (38.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4,209 (50.8%)4,080 (49.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,700 (64.3%)1,501 (35.7%)
35 Years and over3,160 (65.8%)1,641 (34.2%)
Total79,583 (79.1%)21,027 (20.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in York County

Business (16,498 | 18.2%), education (14,974 | 16.6%), science & technology (11,299 | 12.5%), arts & humanities (6,494 | 7.2%), and social sciences (5,449 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 90,415 individuals in York County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in York County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4,0694.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4,7095.2%
Physical & Health Sciences2,4342.7%
Psychology4,8185.3%
Social Sciences5,4496.0%
Engineering5,1695.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,1331.3%
Science & Technology11,29912.5%
Business16,49818.2%
Education14,97416.6%
Literature & Languages2,9593.3%
Liberal Arts & History3,7574.2%
Visual & Performing Arts3,5213.9%
Communications3,1323.5%
Arts & Humanities6,4947.2%
Total90,415100.0%

Transportation & Commute in York County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in York County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in York County are males with 2 vehicles (50,032, accounting for 41.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (42,248, making up 47.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in York County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,353 (2.0%)2,400 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle16,195 (13.6%)17,833 (17.0%)
2 Vehicles50,032 (41.9%)42,248 (40.2%)
3 Vehicles30,590 (25.6%)26,256 (25.0%)
4 Vehicles14,058 (11.8%)11,687 (11.1%)
5 or more Vehicles6,231 (5.2%)4,584 (4.4%)
Total119,459 (100.0%)105,008 (100.0%)

Commute Time in York County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in York County are 20 to 24 minutes (31,693 commuters, 15.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (31,119 commuters, 15.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (29,120 commuters, 14.2%).
Commute Time in York County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5,1572.5%
5 to 9 Minutes17,6938.6%
10 to 14 Minutes29,12014.2%
15 to 19 Minutes31,11915.2%
20 to 24 Minutes31,69315.4%
25 to 29 Minutes15,9167.8%
30 to 34 Minutes23,97311.7%
35 to 39 Minutes6,4773.2%
40 to 44 Minutes8,3124.1%
45 to 59 Minutes16,9098.2%
60 to 89 Minutes13,6746.7%
90 or more Minutes5,1762.5%

Commute Time by Sex in York County

The most common commute times in York County are 20 to 24 minutes (16,565 commuters, 14.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (15,735 commuters, 16.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in York County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,805 (2.5%)2,352 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes8,251 (7.4%)9,442 (10.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes14,129 (12.7%)14,991 (15.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes15,384 (13.9%)15,735 (16.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes16,565 (14.9%)15,128 (16.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes8,623 (7.8%)7,293 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes13,640 (12.3%)10,333 (11.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes3,831 (3.5%)2,646 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes4,993 (4.5%)3,319 (3.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes9,978 (9.0%)6,931 (7.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes9,061 (8.2%)4,613 (4.9%)
90 or more Minutes3,613 (3.3%)1,563 (1.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in York County

The most frequent times of departure to work in York County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (14,813, 13.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (14,280, 15.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in York County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM10,498 (9.5%)4,046 (4.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7,767 (7.0%)2,927 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM9,523 (8.6%)4,913 (5.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM13,621 (12.3%)8,142 (8.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11,739 (10.6%)10,595 (11.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14,813 (13.4%)14,280 (15.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM9,302 (8.4%)11,079 (11.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6,571 (5.9%)9,970 (10.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3,237 (2.9%)5,282 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3,690 (3.3%)5,021 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,663 (1.5%)2,153 (2.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,251 (1.1%)1,714 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7,886 (7.1%)7,033 (7.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9,312 (8.4%)7,191 (7.6%)
Total110,873 (100.0%)94,346 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in York County

Occupancy by Ownership in York County

Of the total 178,543 dwellings in York County, owner-occupied units account for 134,921 (75.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 43,622 (24.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in York County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units134,92175.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units43,62224.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units178,543100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in York County

Occupancy by Household Size in York County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household45,40925.4%
2-Person Household64,58736.2%
3-Person Household29,42316.5%
4+ Person Household39,12421.9%
Total Housing Units178,543100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in York County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in York County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household28,313 (62.4%)17,096 (37.7%)
2-Person Household53,379 (82.7%)11,208 (17.3%)
3-Person Household22,282 (75.7%)7,141 (24.3%)
4+ Person Household30,947 (79.1%)8,177 (20.9%)
Total Housing Units134,921 (75.6%)43,622 (24.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in York County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in York County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8,482 (61.5%)5,312 (38.5%)
High School Diploma45,926 (71.3%)18,477 (28.7%)
College/Associate Degree37,299 (75.0%)12,435 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher43,214 (85.4%)7,398 (14.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in York County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in York County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years29,00916.3%
35 to 44 Years28,90416.2%
45 to 54 Years32,51818.2%
55 to 64 Years37,15920.8%
65 to 74 Years29,21816.4%
75 to 84 Years15,1218.5%
85 Years and Over6,6143.7%
Total178,543100.0%

Housing Finances in York County

Median Income by Occupancy in York County

Median Income by Occupancy in York County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied134,921 (75.6%)$92,275
Renter-Occupied43,622 (24.4%)$45,608
Average178,543 (100.0%)$79,183

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in York County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in York County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,804 (1.3%)2,118 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,410 (1.1%)1,135 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,807 (1.3%)3,188 (7.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9992,483 (1.8%)2,641 (6.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9993,117 (2.3%)2,455 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9997,670 (5.7%)5,409 (12.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99912,103 (9.0%)6,970 (16.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99921,720 (16.1%)8,831 (20.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99921,150 (15.7%)4,956 (11.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99931,513 (23.4%)4,271 (9.8%)
$150,000 or more30,144 (22.3%)1,648 (3.8%)
Total134,921 (100.0%)43,622 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in York County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in York County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,505 (1.9%)844 (1.9%)
$300 to $49910,282 (7.6%)2,049 (4.7%)
$500 to $79923,750 (17.6%)5,874 (13.5%)
$800 to $99913,302 (9.9%)8,377 (19.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49929,913 (22.2%)17,132 (39.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99926,148 (19.4%)6,203 (14.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49914,939 (11.1%)906 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9997,675 (5.7%)102 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more6,407 (4.8%)288 (0.7%)
Total134,921 (100.0%)43,622 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in York County

Housing Structures in York County

Housing Structures in York County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached115,89264.9%
Single Unit, Attached30,33017.0%
2 Unit Apartments4,9302.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5,4713.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4,5702.6%
10 or more Apartments9,6255.4%
Mobile Home / Other7,7254.3%
Total178,543100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in York County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in York County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached107,100 (92.4%)8,792 (7.6%)
Single Unit, Attached20,417 (67.3%)9,913 (32.7%)
2 Unit Apartments533 (10.8%)4,397 (89.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments354 (6.5%)5,117 (93.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments134 (2.9%)4,436 (97.1%)
10 or more Apartments384 (4.0%)9,241 (96.0%)
Mobile Home / Other5,999 (77.7%)1,726 (22.3%)
Total134,921 (75.6%)43,622 (24.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in York County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in York County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room226 (0.2%)1,866 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,493 (1.1%)9,160 (21.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms26,917 (20.0%)18,364 (42.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms54,207 (40.2%)9,925 (22.8%)
8 or more Rooms52,078 (38.6%)4,307 (9.9%)
Total134,921 (100.0%)43,622 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in York County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in York County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas71,756 (53.2%)20,080 (46.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11,987 (8.9%)1,713 (3.9%)
Electricity23,025 (17.1%)17,785 (40.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene20,651 (15.3%)2,821 (6.5%)
Coal or Coke1,056 (0.8%)72 (0.2%)
All other Fuels6,063 (4.5%)519 (1.2%)
No Fuel Used383 (0.3%)632 (1.5%)
Total134,921 (100.0%)43,622 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in York County

Household Vehicle Usage in York County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3,335 (2.5%)6,743 (15.5%)
1 Vehicle29,215 (21.6%)21,147 (48.5%)
2 Vehicles58,469 (43.3%)12,081 (27.7%)
3 or more Vehicles43,902 (32.5%)3,651 (8.4%)
Total134,921 (100.0%)43,622 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in York County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in York County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units48,57486,347
Median Property Value$204,400$228,300
Median Household Income$67,625$23,165
Monthly Housing Costs$670$6,320
Real Estate Taxes$3,601$1,334

Property Value by Mortgage Status in York County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in York County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,483 (9.2%)2,115 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $99,9994,474 (9.2%)3,588 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99928,371 (58.4%)56,402 (65.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9998,561 (17.6%)20,484 (23.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,749 (3.6%)2,909 (3.4%)
$750,000 to $999,999376 (0.8%)500 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more560 (1.1%)349 (0.4%)
Total48,574 (100.0%)86,347 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in York County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in York County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,901 (3.9%)3,454 (4.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9994,981 (10.2%)1,313 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,391 (9.0%)2,426 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9996,530 (13.4%)3,279 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,079 (18.7%)5,573 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,759 (13.9%)12,641 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,954 (16.4%)14,391 (16.7%)
$150,000 or more6,979 (14.4%)23,559 (27.3%)
Total48,574 (100.0%)86,347 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in York County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in York County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x17,039 (35.1%)106,055 (122.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x8,905 (18.3%)38,066 (44.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x6,427 (13.2%)23,731 (27.5%)
4.0x or more15,571 (32.1%)10,766 (12.5%)
Total48,574 (100.0%)86,347 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in York County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in York County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003,794 (7.8%)275 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,4996,252 (12.9%)2,061 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49937,515 (77.2%)8,019 (9.3%)
Total48,574 (100.0%)86,347 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in York County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years29,591 (97.6%)720 (2.4%)
6 to 18 Years72,367 (96.5%)2,610 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years32,462 (90.0%)3,588 (10.0%)
26 to 34 Years46,213 (90.7%)4,732 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years51,961 (93.6%)3,539 (6.4%)
45 to 54 Years55,940 (93.9%)3,634 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years61,366 (95.4%)2,934 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years47,889 (99.6%)216 (0.4%)
75 Years and older32,731 (99.8%)68 (0.2%)
Total430,520 (95.1%)22,041 (4.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in York County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in York County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born29,591 (97.6%)720 (2.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen72,367 (96.5%)2,610 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen32,462 (90.0%)3,588 (10.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in York County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in York County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00032,484 (92.9%)2,463 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99957,420 (92.2%)4,834 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99964,654 (92.6%)5,129 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99966,478 (95.5%)3,132 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over205,480 (97.0%)6,377 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 611,704 (38.6%)19,754 (65.2%)
6 to 18 Years25,896 (34.5%)52,292 (69.7%)
19 to 25 Years7,039 (19.5%)26,712 (74.1%)
25 to 34 Years9,458 (18.6%)38,374 (75.3%)
35 to 44 Years9,177 (16.5%)45,209 (81.5%)
45 to 54 Years7,759 (13.0%)50,506 (84.8%)
55 to 64 Years11,610 (18.1%)53,259 (82.8%)
65 to 74 Years46,126 (95.9%)29,885 (62.1%)
75 Years and over32,497 (99.1%)22,057 (67.2%)
Total161,266 (35.6%)338,048 (74.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in York County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in York County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (0.6%)41 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years3,934 (10.2%)2,383 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years4,116 (8.7%)3,362 (7.4%)
35 to 64 Years11,191 (12.5%)10,954 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,483 (23.6%)5,193 (20.9%)
75 Years and over6,622 (47.9%)8,805 (46.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in York County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in York County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years417 (1.1%)291 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years449 (0.9%)337 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,647 (3.0%)1,938 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,869 (12.3%)1,191 (4.8%)
75 Years and over4,118 (29.8%)3,788 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in York County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (0.3%)41 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years783 (2.0%)239 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years668 (1.4%)711 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years2,294 (2.6%)2,039 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years835 (3.6%)856 (3.5%)
75 Years and over1,170 (8.5%)1,499 (7.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in York County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3,290 (8.5%)1,963 (5.4%)
18 to 34 Years3,010 (6.4%)2,168 (4.8%)
35 to 64 Years4,588 (5.1%)4,014 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,279 (5.5%)1,155 (4.6%)
75 Years and over1,576 (11.4%)2,462 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in York County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years351 (0.9%)232 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years527 (1.1%)302 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years4,691 (5.2%)6,196 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years2,472 (10.6%)3,618 (14.6%)
75 Years and over3,417 (24.7%)5,660 (29.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in York County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years612 (1.6%)470 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years534 (1.1%)193 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,413 (1.6%)1,828 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years792 (3.4%)727 (2.9%)
75 Years and over1,167 (8.5%)1,678 (8.8%)

Technology Access in York County

Computing Device Access in York County

Computing Device Access in York County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop140,70978.8%
Smartphone152,75985.6%
Tablet112,07262.8%
No Computing Device13,2667.4%
Total178,543100.0%

Internet Access in York County

Internet Access in York County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet6330.4%
Broadband Home129,32372.4%
Cellular Data Only21,66512.1%
Satellite Internet9,4535.3%
No Internet20,96011.7%
Total178,543100.0%

York County Summary

York County, Pennsylvania is located in the south-central region of the state and is part of the Susquehanna Valley. It is bordered by Adams, Lancaster, and Dauphin counties to the north, Cumberland County to the east, and Maryland to the south. The county seat is York, which is also the largest city in the county. York County is home to a population of 434,972 people, making it the 15th most populous county in Pennsylvania.

History

York County was formed in 1749 from part of Lancaster County. It was named after the city of York, which was founded in 1741. The county was originally part of the Province of Pennsylvania, and was one of the three original counties created by William Penn. During the American Revolution, York County was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Yorktown.
In the 19th century, York County was an important center of industry and manufacturing. The county was home to several iron and steel mills, as well as a number of textile mills. The county also had a thriving agricultural industry, with many farms producing dairy, fruits, and vegetables.

Geography

York County is located in the south-central region of Pennsylvania. It is bordered by Adams, Lancaster, and Dauphin counties to the north, Cumberland County to the east, and Maryland to the south. The county has a total area of 912 square miles, of which 902 square miles is land and 10 square miles is water.
The terrain of York County is mostly rolling hills, with some flat areas in the northern and eastern parts of the county. The Susquehanna River forms the western border of the county, and the Codorus Creek forms the eastern border. The county is home to several state parks, including Codorus State Park, Gifford Pinchot State Park, and Susquehanna State Park.

Economy

York County has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, agriculture, and services. The county is home to several large employers, including York County School of Technology, York College of Pennsylvania, and WellSpan Health.
Manufacturing is a major part of the county’s economy, with several large companies located in the area. The largest employers in the manufacturing sector are York International, Glatfelter, and Harley-Davidson. Agriculture is also an important part of the economy, with many farms producing dairy, fruits, and vegetables.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, York County had a population of 434,972 people. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in York County was $60,945, and the median family income was $71,945. The per capita income was $27,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of York County?
Total Population of York County is 457,051.
What is the Total Male Population of York County?
Total Male Population of York County is 227,361.
What is the Total Female Population of York County?
Total Female Population of York County is 229,690.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in York County?
There are 98.99 Males per 100 Females in York County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in York County?
There are 101.02 Females per 100 Males in York County.
What is the Median Population Age in York County?
Median Population Age in York County is 41.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in York County
Average Family Size in York County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in York County
Average Household Size in York County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in York County?
Per Capita income in York County is $38,926.
What is the Median Family Income in York County?
Median Family Income in York County is $95,408.
What is the Median Household income in York County?
Median Household Income in York County is $79,183.
What is Income or Wage Gap in York County?
Income or Wage Gap in York County is 33.5%.
Women in York County earn 66.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in York County?
Family Income Deficit in York County is $11,003.
Families that are below poverty line in York County earn $11,003 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in York County?
Inequality or Gini Index in York County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in York County?
There are 241,994 People in the Labor Forcein in York County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in York County?
65.5% of People are in the Labor Force in York County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in York County?
Unemployment Rate in York County is 4.6%.