York County's 2026 population is estimated at 481,766, reflecting a 1.1% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). York County is the 8th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 435,420 and has grown 10.64% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.1 years
Female: 42.2 years
Male: 40.1 years
There are 361,630 adults, (87,113 of whom are seniors) in York County.
Female: 232,608 (50.2%)
Male: 230,316 (49.8%)
The racial composition of York County includes 81.18% White, 6.28% Black or African American, 3.56% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 375,793 | 81.18% |
| Two or more races | 33,987 | 7.34% |
| Black or African American | 29,054 | 6.28% |
| Other race | 16,461 | 3.56% |
| Asian | 6,866 | 1.48% |
| Native American | 644 | 0.14% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 119 | 0.03% |
York County 's average per capita income is $53,177. Household income levels show a median of $84,829. The poverty rate stands at 8.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $116,159 | $137,017 |
| Families | $102,186 | $121,213 |
| Households | $84,829 | $104,143 |
| Non Families | $46,387 | $61,296 |
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