Philadelphia County's 2026 population is estimated at 1,575,827, reflecting a 0.1% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Philadelphia County is the largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 1,528,303 and has grown 3.11% since 2010.
Overall: 35.3 years
Female: 36.4 years
Male: 34.2 years
There are 1,244,907 adults, (232,118 of whom are seniors) in Philadelphia County.
Female: 832,320 (52.7%)
Male: 747,386 (47.3%)
The racial composition of Philadelphia County includes 39.35% Black or African American, 35.14% White, 8.59% other race, 7.97% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 621,637 | 39.35% |
| White | 555,069 | 35.14% |
| Other race | 135,656 | 8.59% |
| Two or more races | 133,309 | 8.44% |
| Asian | 125,902 | 7.97% |
| Native American | 7,518 | 0.48% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 615 | 0.04% |
Philadelphia County 's average per capita income is $50,548. Household income levels show a median of $61,953. The poverty rate stands at 21.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $107,040 | $142,958 |
| Families | $74,005 | $106,406 |
| Households | $61,953 | $90,217 |
| Non Families | $46,022 | $69,283 |
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