Carbon County's 2026 population is estimated at 66,027, reflecting a 0.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Carbon County is the 39th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 65,247 and has grown 1.2% since 2010.
Overall: 46.3 years
Female: 47.7 years
Male: 45.2 years
There are 53,007 adults, (14,795 of whom are seniors) in Carbon County.
Female: 32,554 (49.8%)
Male: 32,828 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Carbon County includes 88.94% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 58,151 | 88.94% |
| Two or more races | 4,294 | 6.57% |
| Black or African American | 1,467 | 2.24% |
| Other race | 844 | 1.29% |
| Asian | 385 | 0.59% |
| Native American | 241 | 0.37% |
Carbon County 's average per capita income is $46,400. Household income levels show a median of $67,554. The poverty rate stands at 12.31%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,186 | $113,212 |
| Families | $81,206 | $99,418 |
| Households | $67,554 | $85,706 |
| Non Families | $39,656 | $56,669 |
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