State College, PA local economy

State College, PA ranks in the 33rd percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 1,183 in January 2025, up 9.2% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 30 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does State College, PA rank among United States metros?

State College, PA ranks in the 33rd percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in State College, PA?

New business applications or registrations in State College, PA was 1,183 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in State College, PA?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in State College, PA was 30 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in State College, PA?

Payrolled or covered employment in State College, PA was 68,570 in January 2026.

Nearby and related

• United States overview
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• Manhattan, KS

Sources and methodology

• U.S. Census Bureau — Business Formation Statistics (BFS)
• U.S. Census Bureau — Building Permits Survey (BPS), CBSA monthly
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), national all-industry

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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