Living in Erie County, Pennsylvania

Erie County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of around 278,045, part of the Erie, PA MSA metro area. The main communities are Cranesville, Edinboro, Girard.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,384/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $186K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and cool summers (highs around 72°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Erie County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.