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State College Metro Area

PA · 34 cities · 83,404 population

83,404 Total Population
34 Cities & Towns
$77,442 Avg Income
$252,070 Avg Home Value
$1,271 Avg Rent
35.4% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in State College Metro

State College, PA

Pop 40,669
Income $47,132
Home $414,400

Park Forest Village, PA

Pop 8,810
Income $79,363
Home $383,100

Bellefonte, PA

Pop 6,022
Income $57,157
Home $232,500

Boalsburg, PA

Pop 4,653
Income $106,806
Home $400,000

Pleasant Gap, PA

Pop 3,154
Income $75,625
Home $237,200

Toftrees, PA

Pop 2,348
Income $73,724
Home $397,300

Zion, PA

Pop 2,173
Income $100,000
Home $337,100

Houserville, PA

Pop 2,145
Income $113,208
Home $346,400

Lemont, PA

Pop 2,099
Income $98,847
Home $349,800

Pine Grove Mills, PA

Pop 1,653
Income $160,122
Home $313,500

Centre Hall, PA

Pop 1,548
Income $70,469
Home $246,000

Milesburg, PA

Pop 1,137
Income $58,667
Home $174,500

The State College metropolitan area is the 325th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 83,404 spread across 34 cities and towns in PA. Anchored by State College, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the State College metro area earn an average household income of $77,442, while the average home value sits at $252,070. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,271 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's highly educated workforce.

The State College metro reports an average violent crime rate of 47.1 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 903.7 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 49.9°F, with cooler temperatures throughout the year. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 12.8%, which is near the national average.

With 34 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the State College metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature49.9°F
Avg January Temp26.9°F
Avg July Temp72.1°F
Avg Annual Precipitation41.6"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate47.1 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate903.7 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate3.7%
Avg Poverty Rate12.8%
Avg Median Age45.2

All 34 Cities in State College Metro Area

1 State College PA 40,669
2 Park Forest Village PA 8,810
3 Bellefonte PA 6,022
4 Boalsburg PA 4,653
5 Pleasant Gap PA 3,154
6 Toftrees PA 2,348
7 Zion PA 2,173
8 Houserville PA 2,145
9 Lemont PA 2,099
10 Pine Grove Mills PA 1,653
11 Centre Hall PA 1,548
12 Milesburg PA 1,137
13 Ramblewood PA 892
14 Nittany PA 747
15 Continental Courts PA 717
16 Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) PA 706
17 Millheim PA 693
18 Spring Mills PA 478
19 Runville PA 467
20 Mingoville PA 301
21 Snydertown PA 292
22 Unionville PA 272
23 Moose Run PA 200
24 Julian PA 183
25 Potters Mills PA 155
26 Eagle Creek PA 136
27 Holters Crossing PA 132
28 Madisonburg PA 130
29 Coburn PA 127
30 Mount Eagle PA 115
31 Baileyville PA 86
32 Peru PA 65
33 Jacksonville CDP (Centre County) PA 53
34 Hublersburg PA 46