Crawford County Public RecordsPennsylvania

As of 2022, Crawford County, PA has a population of approximately 83,300. The median age is 44.6 years, with about 20% under 18 and 20% aged 65 or older. Females make up 50.4% of the population, and males 49.6%. The county is predominantly White (92.8%), with Black or African American residents at 3.3%, Hispanic or Latino at 1.5%, and other races making up the remainder.

Crawford County, PA, had approximately 52,000 registered voters in 2023, with 51% Republican, 36% Democrat, and 13% independent/other. The county conducts primary, general, and municipal elections, with 78 polling locations. In the 2020 presidential election, 66.5% voted for the Republican candidate and 31.9% for the Democrat. Key voter issues include job growth and opioid crisis. Elections are overseen by the Crawford County Board of Elections. Recent measures focus on voting machine security and absentee ballot access. Major parties are the Republican and Democratic parties, with growing third-party interest.

Crawford County, PA, has 8 public high schools and 5 private high schools, with a high school graduation rate of about 89%. Approximately 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The county offers adult education programs through Crawford County Career & Technical Center. School safety ratings are average, with a reported incident rate of 1.3 per 100 students. Educational programs include AP courses, vocational training, and special education. Overall, the average school rating is 6/10 according to GreatSchools.

As of 2022, Crawford County, PA had an employment rate of approximately 55.4%. Major industries include manufacturing (20.6%), healthcare and social assistance (18.4%), and retail trade (12.3%). Occupations are primarily in production (14.8%), office/administrative support (11.6%), and sales (10.1%). About 80% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 20.6 minutes. While many residents work within the county, over 17% commute to neighboring counties such as Erie and Mercer for employment.

Crawford County, PA’s homeownership rate is about 74%, above the national average, while median gross rent is approximately $730 monthly. Median home value sits near $130,000, with values rising roughly 6% over the past year. Housing options include historic Victorians, single-family homes, and some multi-family units, primarily in neighborhoods like Meadville and Titusville. Property taxes average around 1.5% of home value, equating to about $1,950 annually for a median-priced home. The area's mix of affordable pricing and diverse housing draws both families and retirees seeking a quieter lifestyle.

Crawford County, PA, reported a crime rate of 17.41 per 1,000 residents in 2022. Violent crime remains relatively low, with about 1.88 incidents per 1,000 people, while property crime is higher, at approximately 15.53 per 1,000. Compared to statewide averages, Crawford County’s total crime rate is below Pennsylvania’s median. The Crawford County Sheriff and local police departments consistently update crime statistics, and proactive community safety programs have contributed to a gradual decline in incidents over recent years, fostering a safer environment for residents.