Erie’s population grew by 9.1% last year, according to an estimate from town officials, to 40,183 people. The addition of more than 3,300 people resulted in the fastest rate of growth in the past three years. Erie population growth by year2024: 9.1%2023: 5.8%2022: 6.7%The end-of-year estimate used data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the State Demography Office (SDO) along with information from the Town of Erie, such as building permits. Erie added 1,195 homes in 2024, according to a town press release, including 252 multi-family dwelling units. The vast majority of Erie residents live in single-family homes: 38,056, or 94.7%.