Croydon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Croydon is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 9,704. Residents earn $59,883 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,704 Population 3,913/sq mi density
$59,883 Median Income $31,244 per capita
$265,000 Home Value $341,997 Zillow
$1,308 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,883 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$265,000 home value, $1,308/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,883
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,000
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,308
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,704
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density3,913/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,883
Per Capita$31,244
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$265,000
Rent$1,308
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,997

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation29 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Libraries14

Is Croydon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Croydon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Croydon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Croydon is $59,883, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Croydon is $265,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,308 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Croydon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Croydon has a population of 9,704 with a density of 3,913 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 5.5% Black.

Population

9,704
Total Population
3,913
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Croydon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Croydon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Croydon is $59,883, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Croydon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,883
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,244
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Croydon is $265,000, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,308 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,997.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,000
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,997
Median List Price$312,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$312,500
$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops41.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,308
12% 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-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate4.93%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Croydon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation29 ft (9 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density3,913/sq mi
Coordinates40.0903°N, 74.8967°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,913/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

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