Ambler, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ambler is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,822. Residents earn $80,795 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,822 Population 8,026/sq mi density
$80,795 Median Income $40,534 per capita
$360,200 Home Value $666,852 Zillow
$1,406 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
92 Violent Crime/100K 1,136 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$80,795 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$360,200 home value, $1,406/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
92 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,795
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $360,200
28% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 92/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.1%
37% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,406
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Ambler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,822
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density8,026/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,795
Per Capita$40,534
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$360,200
Rent$1,406
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$666,852

Crime

F
Violent92/100K
Property1,136/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault31/100K
Burglary61/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation247 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.1%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute22 min
EV Stations11
Libraries37

Is Ambler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambler receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Ambler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ambler is $80,795, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ambler is $360,200, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,406 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Ambler is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,136 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ambler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ambler has a population of 6,822 with a density of 8,026 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 13.2% Black.

Population

6,822
Total Population
8,026
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ambler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambler is $80,795, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ambler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,795
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home22.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ambler is $360,200, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,406 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $666,852.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$360,200
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$666,852

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,406
21% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,970

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%

Health Metrics: Ambler vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Ambler has a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,136 per 100,000 (42% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Ambler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.1/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.7/100K
Robbery30.7/100K
Assault30.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,135.8/100K
42% below US avg
Burglary61.4/100K
Theft967.0/100K
Vehicle Theft107.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ambler has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation247 ft (75 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density8,026/sq mi
Coordinates40.1564°N, 75.2215°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.1%
37% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,026/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home22.4%

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