Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 166,407, reflecting a -0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 20th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 169,852 and has grown -2.03% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 44.9 years
Male: 43.4 years
There are 135,474 adults, (32,781 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 83,561 (49.9%)
Male: 83,954 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 63.67% White, 13.91% Black or African American, 7.08% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 106,651 | 63.67% |
| Black or African American | 23,309 | 13.91% |
| Two or more races | 20,893 | 12.47% |
| Other race | 11,853 | 7.08% |
| Asian | 4,388 | 2.62% |
| Native American | 366 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 55 | 0.03% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $48,346. Household income levels show a median of $83,565. The poverty rate stands at 10.68%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $112,477 | - |
| Families | $98,417 | $117,101 |
| Households | $83,565 | $102,906 |
| Non Families | $46,669 | $62,974 |
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