Berks County's 2026 population is estimated at 446,783, reflecting a 0.87% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Berks County is the 9th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 412,041 and has grown 8.43% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.9 years
Female: 41.1 years
Male: 38.8 years
There are 337,875 adults, (78,100 of whom are seniors) in Berks County.
Female: 218,267 (50.4%)
Male: 214,748 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Berks County includes 69.62% White, 8.77% other race, 4.61% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 301,447 | 69.62% |
| Two or more races | 64,821 | 14.97% |
| Other race | 37,970 | 8.77% |
| Black or African American | 19,969 | 4.61% |
| Asian | 5,859 | 1.35% |
| Native American | 2,854 | 0.66% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 95 | 0.02% |
Berks County 's average per capita income is $51,494. Household income levels show a median of $79,777. The poverty rate stands at 12.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $115,114 | $139,884 |
| Families | $98,337 | $119,976 |
| Households | $79,777 | $103,265 |
| Non Families | $44,128 | $63,198 |
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