Forest County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,831, reflecting a 1.71% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Forest County is the 65th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 7,704 and has grown -11.33% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.7 years
Female: 61.9 years
Male: 40.9 years
There are 6,467 adults, (1,676 of whom are seniors) in Forest County.
Female: 1,922 (28.6%)
Male: 4,793 (71.4%)
The racial composition of Forest County includes 78.78% White, 14.31% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,290 | 78.78% |
| Black or African American | 961 | 14.31% |
| Two or more races | 245 | 3.65% |
| Other race | 164 | 2.44% |
| Asian | 31 | 0.46% |
| Native American | 24 | 0.36% |
Forest County 's average per capita income is $37,760. Household income levels show a median of $52,191. The poverty rate stands at 11.93%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $66,360 | - |
| Families | $64,444 | $77,908 |
| Households | $52,191 | $64,867 |
| Non Families | $35,167 | $47,097 |
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