Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Darby is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 10,664. Residents earn $45,128 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Darby receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Darby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Darby is $45,128, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Darby is $101,900, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,337 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 3,855 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,267 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Darby 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.
| English Only | 87.6% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.4% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,128 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,232 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,407 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,369 |
| Unemployment | 11.4% |
| 217% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.8% |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,424 |
| County GDP | $42,608M |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Healthcare | 1,893 |
| Retail | 1,549 |
| Manufacturing | 312 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.90% |
| Commute Time | 37.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $101,900 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $139,950 |
| Median List Price | $139,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $106 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.1% |
| Price Drops | 15.0% |
| Inventory | 40 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,337 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,587 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.90% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Total Violent | 3,855.2/100K |
| 915% above US avg | |
| Murder | 9.4/100K |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Rape | 1,132.2/100K |
| Robbery | 589.5/100K |
| Assault | 2,124.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,266.9/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,469.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,489.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 308.8/100K |
| Arson | 9.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 80 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 12,695/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9210°N, 75.2611°W |
| County FIPS | 42045 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.2% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 12,695/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Retail Stores | 1,549 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 37.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |