Tioga County, Pennsylvania

Tioga County: county in Pennsylvania, United States

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Tioga County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the population was 41,981 and a population density of 14 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 40,381 inhabitants. Its county seat is Wellsboro. The county was created 213 years ago in 1812.

Tioga County is an area in northwestern Pennsylvania. It was founded on March 26, 1804, from parts of Lycoming County and organized in 1812. The name "Tioga" comes from the Iroquois word teo-geh, meaning "where the current flows", which was the name of a village located on the Tioga River.

This county is home to the beautiful Susquehanna River, which runs through the state and eventually empties into the Chesapeake Bay. It's also got some of the most gorgeous scenery in all of Pennsylvania! And if you're looking for something a little more urban, there are plenty of cities nearby that will keep your days full.

The county seat is Wellsboro, but other important cities include Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and Tioga Point. 

Tioga County has a population of about 41,000 people as of 2020, with an unemployment rate at 5.4%.

One thing we love about Tioga County is its diversity. We have a great mix of different cultures here—and that makes us feel like we can truly be ourselves without worrying about being judged for our differences. People here are kind and friendly, and they'll treat you with respect no matter who you are or where you come from.

What else? Well... we've got lots of great restaurants, amazing shopping malls (including one right near us!), beautiful parks and trails where you can hike or bike... and let's not forget that Wellsboro University is located right here in our backyard!

Tioga County locator map
Location of Tioga County on Pennsylvania map.

County Snapshot

Tioga County at a glance

Tioga County currently has 15 quality-checked populated place pages linked on MapSof, making it easier to jump from the county overview into local city pages.

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Quick Facts about Tioga County

Population 40,381 (2020)
Country United States of America
State Pennsylvania (United States)
Different from Tioga County
Area 2946 km2
Water as percent of area 0.3%
Land as percent of area 99.7%
Latitude & Longitude 41.7722,-77.2543
Named for Tioga River
Capital Wellsboro
Establishment October 13, 1812
Time Zone America/New_York
Local time 01:00:05 (19th April 2026)
Density 14 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth -3.96% (2010-2020)
Weather 47℉ Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather
Tioga County Courthouse Official image
Tioga County Courthouse Official image

Geography

Tioga County is located at 41°46'20"N 77°15'15"W (41.7721600, -77.2542600). It has 5 neighbors: Chemung County, Steuben County, Bradford County, Lycoming County and Potter County.

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The largest city of Tioga County is Antrim with a population of 15,871. Other cities include, Wellsboro population 3,205, Mansfield population 2,972, Elkland population 1,724 and Blossburg population 1,471. See all Tioga County cities & populated places.

Tioga County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tioga County.

City Name Population Title
Antrim 15,871 Unincorporated community in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
South Union 10,106 Township in Fayette County, Pennsylvania
Kennedy 8,080 Township of Pennsylvania
Wellsboro 3,205 Borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Mansfield 2,972 Borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States
Elkland 1,724 Borough of Pennsylvania
Blossburg 1,471 Borough of Pennsylvania
Morris 1,096 Unincorporated community in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Westfield 1,027 Borough of Pennsylvania
Covington 1,011 Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Tioga 662 Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Osceola 628 Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Nelson 555 Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Gaines 532 Human settlement in United States of America
Duncan 220 Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania

Weather

47°F
Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
7 to 14 mph NW Sunday

Rain showers before 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Northwest wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%...

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Official website of Tioga County

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Demographics

According to census records, the population of Tioga County decreased by 3.96% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 41,981 - census
2011 42,242 0.62% estimation process
2012 42,451 0.49% estimation process
2013 42,211 -0.57% estimation process
2014 41,899 -0.74% estimation process
2015 41,519 -0.92% estimation process
2016 41,250 -0.65% estimation process
2017 40,671 -1.42% estimation process
2018 40,690 0.05% estimation process
2019 40,591 -0.24% estimation process
2020 40,381 -0.52% estimation process
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People born in Tioga County (6)

People born in Tioga County, including activist Scott Nearing, politician Thomas Updegraff, politician George F. Argetsinger, .

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