Erie County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 280,843 people, with a population density of about 350.18 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 802.00 square miles (2,077.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Erie, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Erie.
Geographically, Erie County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Corry 1,428 ft and its lowest point at Lake City 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.