Erie County's 2026 population is estimated at 72,947, reflecting a -0.48% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Erie County is the 35th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 76,977 and has grown -5.24% since 2010.
Overall: 45.3 years
Female: 46.8 years
Male: 43.9 years
There are 60,089 adults, (17,683 of whom are seniors) in Erie County.
Female: 37,849 (50.7%)
Male: 36,732 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Erie County includes 80.77% White, 8.36% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 60,237 | 80.77% |
| Black or African American | 6,235 | 8.36% |
| Two or more races | 5,688 | 7.63% |
| Other race | 1,715 | 2.3% |
| Asian | 646 | 0.87% |
| Native American | 49 | 0.07% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.01% |
Erie County 's average per capita income is $47,327. Household income levels show a median of $71,993. The poverty rate stands at 12.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $108,800 | - |
| Families | $91,945 | $112,499 |
| Households | $71,993 | $92,098 |
| Non Families | $41,415 | $54,025 |
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