Broomall, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Broomall is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 10,684. Residents earn $114,844 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,684 Population 3,370/sq mi density
$114,844 Median Income $51,990 per capita
$452,300 Home Value $557,331 Zillow
$1,784 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$114,844 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$452,300 home value, $1,784/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,844
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $452,300
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.0%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,784
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,684
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density3,370/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$114,844
Per Capita$51,990
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$452,300
Rent$1,784
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$557,331

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation330 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries28

Is Broomall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broomall receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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. Broomall stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broomall is $114,844, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Broomall among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broomall is $452,300, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,784 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Broomall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Broomall has a population of 10,684 with a density of 3,370 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%).

Population

10,684
Total Population
3,370
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Broomall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Broomall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broomall is $114,844, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Broomall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,844
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,990
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Broomall is $452,300, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,784 (53% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $557,331.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,300
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$557,331
Median List Price$500,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$500,000
$/Sq Ft$273
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.7%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,784
53% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.23%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Broomall has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation330 ft (101 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density3,370/sq mi
Coordinates39.9688°N, 75.3541°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.0%
31% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,370/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home14.0%

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