Berwyn, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Berwyn is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,867. Residents earn $137,206 per year, which is 83% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,867 Population 2,079/sq mi density
$137,206 Median Income $74,962 per capita
$643,800 Home Value $927,796 Zillow
$1,755 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$137,206 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$643,800 home value, $1,755/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $137,206
83% higher than US avg
Home Value $643,800
128% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.0%
123% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,755
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,867
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density2,079/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$137,206
Per Capita$74,962
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$643,800
Rent$1,755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$927,796

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.0%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute29 min
EV Stations15
Libraries37

Is Berwyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berwyn receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Berwyn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berwyn is $137,206, which is significantly higher than the national average — 83% above $75,149. This places Berwyn among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berwyn is $643,800, making it a premium housing market at 128% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,755 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Berwyn is a highly educated community — 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Berwyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Berwyn has a population of 3,867 with a density of 2,079 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

3,867
Total Population
2,079
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Berwyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.4%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.6%
24% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Berwyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berwyn is $137,206, which is 83% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Berwyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$137,206
83% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,962
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% 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 Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home24.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Berwyn is $643,800, 128% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,755 (51% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $927,796.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$643,800
128% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$927,796

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,755
51% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,196

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Berwyn has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density2,079/sq mi
Coordinates40.0388°N, 75.4421°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 75.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (123% 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+75.0%
123% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,079/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations15
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home24.9%

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