Last Updated: 07/24/2023 | Author: Philadelphia Bankruptcy Attorney, Dan Mueller

The Pennsylvania median income increased again for most families as of May 15, 2023. Increases in the median income allow more debtors to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The increase should also help some debtors avoid the bankruptcy means test entirely.

For Chapter 13 debtors, the median income determines whether the debtor may enter a thirty-six or sixty month Chapter 13 plan and how much they must pay in their Chapter 13 plan.

The latest Pennsylvania median income numbers are as follows:

*For each additional family member over six, add $9900.

‍Applies to cases filed on or after May 15, 2023. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

For more information on median income and the vital role it plays in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, see our updated Pennsylvania Median Income page.