Graph and download economic data for Resident Population in Philadelphia County/city, PA (PAPHIL5POP) from 1970 to 2024 about Philadelphia County/City, PA; Philadelphia; PA; residents; population; and USA.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Philadelphia population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Philadelphia across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Philadelphia was 1.55 million, a 1.04% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Philadelphia population was 1.57 million, a decline of 1.43% compared to a population of 1.59 million in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Philadelphia increased by 36,868. In this period, the peak population was 1.6 million in the year 2020. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Philadelphia is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Philadelphia population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Philadelphia Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Resident Population in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (MSA) (PCWPOP) from 2000 to 2024 about DE, Philadelphia, NJ, MD, PA, residents, population, and USA.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the New Philadelphia population by year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population trend of New Philadelphia.

Content

The dataset constitues the following datasets

• New Philadelphia, PA Population Dataset: Yearly Figures, Population Change, and Percent Change Analysis

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Vital Statistics tables that contain aggregate metrics on the natality (births) of Philadelphia residents. Included in these datasets are natality metrics by planning district or citywide. You can find mortality (deaths) metrics, and social determinants of health metrics at the city and planning district levels of geography as well. Population metrics are provided at the city, planning district, and census tract levels of geography. Please refer to the metadata links below for variable definitions and this technical notes document to access detailed technical notes about the datasets.

In 2023, the population of the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area in the United States was about 6.25 million people. This was a slight increase from the previous year, when the population was about 6.24 million people.

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander Alone (5-year estimate) in Philadelphia County, PA (B03002017E042101) from 2009 to 2023 about Philadelphia, Pacific Islands, PA, latino, hispanic, estimate, persons, 5-year, population, and USA.

Check out the PhilaStats Vital Statistics Dashboard for the City of Philadelphia, for interactive maps and charts of vital statistics and trends in natality (births), mortality (deaths), and population for Philadelphia residents. See also the technical notes for the creation and visualization of Philadelphia's Vital Statistics. View metadata for key information about this dataset.Vital statistics are annually published calculations on birth and death records that facilitate the tracking of important health and population trends in Philadelphia over time. Public officials, researchers, and citizens alike may use vital statistics to plan for population shifts and healthcare needs, to perform research, and to stay informed and up-to-date on the natality and mortality trends in our City. The vital statistics dataset consists of natality and mortality data on Philadelphia City residents for each year of finalized data available, back to 2011 for births and 2012 for deaths. Citywide metrics and metrics by Philadelphia Planning District are provided for both natality and mortality metrics. A population estimates table is also provided, which includes the population counts used to calculate some metrics.The Vital Statistics - Natality dataset is also available in this citywide table.For questions about this dataset, contact epi@phila.gov. For technical assistance, email maps@phila.gov.

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Two or More Races, Two Races Excluding Some Other Race, and Three or More Races (5-year estimate) in Philadelphia County, PA (B03002011E042101) from 2009 to 2023 about Philadelphia, PA, latino, non-hispanic, estimate, persons, 5-year, population, and USA.

Philadelphia County/city, PA - Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American Alone (5-year estimate) in Philadelphia County, PA was 614807.00000 Persons in January of 2023, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Philadelphia County/city, PA - Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American Alone (5-year estimate) in Philadelphia County, PA reached a record high of 648846.00000 in January of 2017 and a record low of 614807.00000 in January of 2023. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Philadelphia County/city, PA - Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American Alone (5-year estimate) in Philadelphia County, PA - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts statistics for Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. QuickFacts data are derived from: Population Estimates, American Community Survey, Census of Population and Housing, Current Population Survey, Small Area Health Insurance Estimates, Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates, State and County Housing Unit Estimates, County Business Patterns, Nonemployer Statistics, Economic Census, Survey of Business Owners, Building Permits.

U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts statistics for Philadelphia city, Mississippi. QuickFacts data are derived from: Population Estimates, American Community Survey, Census of Population and Housing, Current Population Survey, Small Area Health Insurance Estimates, Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates, State and County Housing Unit Estimates, County Business Patterns, Nonemployer Statistics, Economic Census, Survey of Business Owners, Building Permits.

Graph and download economic data for Employed Persons in Philadelphia County/City, PA (LAUCN421010000000005) from Jan 1990 to May 2025 about Philadelphia County/City, PA; household survey; employment; persons; and USA.

Social determinants of health metrics at the city and planning district levels of geography. Please refer to the metadata links below for variable definitions and this technical notes document to access detailed technical notes and variable definitions. You can find related vital statistics tables that contain aggregate metrics on vital events, including natality (births) metrics and mortality (deaths) by planning district or citywide. Population metrics are provided at the city, planning district, and census tract levels of geography.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Philadelphia town population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Philadelphia town across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Philadelphia town was 1,945, a 0.56% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Philadelphia town population was 1,956, a decline of 0.76% compared to a population of 1,971 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Philadelphia town decreased by 198. In this period, the peak population was 2,216 in the year 2009. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Philadelphia town is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Philadelphia town population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Philadelphia town Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Employed Persons in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (MSA) (LAUMT423798000000005) from Jan 1990 to May 2025 about DE, Philadelphia, NJ, MD, PA, household survey, employment, persons, and USA.

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Hispanic or Latino, Two or More Races (5-year estimate) in Delaware County, PA (B03002019E042045) from 2009 to 2023 about Delaware County, PA; Philadelphia; PA; latino; hispanic; estimate; persons; 5-year; population; and USA.

Graph and download economic data for Civilian Labor Force in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (MSA) (LAUMT423798000000006A) from 1990 to 2024 about DE, Philadelphia, NJ, MD, PA, civilian, labor force, labor, household survey, and USA.

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Hispanic or Latino, Some Other Race Alone (5-year estimate) in Montgomery County, PA (B03002018E042091) from 2009 to 2023 about Montgomery County, PA; Philadelphia; PA; latino; hispanic; estimate; persons; 5-year; population; and USA.

Graph and download economic data for Percent of Population Below the Poverty Level (5-year estimate) in Delaware County, PA (S1701ACS042045) from 2012 to 2023 about Delaware County, PA; Philadelphia; PA; percent; poverty; 5-year; population; and USA.