Erie is a city located on the south shore of Lake Erie in the state of Pennsylvania, United States. It serves as the county seat of Erie County and stands as the fifth-most populous city in the state. As of the 2020 census, the city has a population of 94,831, while its surrounding metropolitan area reached a population of 270,876.
The city is the most populous municipality in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is situated within reach of several major regional hubs, located approximately 80 miles from Buffalo, 90 miles from Cleveland, and 120 miles from Pittsburgh.