Exton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Exton is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,192. Residents earn $121,189 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,192 Population 1,978/sq mi density
$121,189 Median Income $68,698 per capita
$549,400 Home Value $597,826 Zillow
$2,114 Median Rent
53°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
$121,189 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$549,400 home value, $2,114/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,189
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $549,400
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.0%
96% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,114
82% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,192
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density1,978/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,189
Per Capita$68,698
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$549,400
Rent$2,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$597,826

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation305 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.0%
High School+99.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
EV Stations11
Libraries37

Is Exton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Exton 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. Exton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Exton is $121,189, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Exton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Exton is $549,400, making it a premium housing market at 95% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,114 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Exton is a highly educated community — 66.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Exton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Exton has a population of 6,192 with a density of 1,978 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71%).

Population

6,192
Total Population
1,978
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Exton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.7%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.3%
74% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Exton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Exton is $121,189, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Exton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,189
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,698
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home33.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Exton is $549,400, 95% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,114 (82% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $597,826.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$549,400
95% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$597,826
Median List Price$1,558,410

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,558,410
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,114
82% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,252

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Exton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density1,978/sq mi
Coordinates40.0299°N, 75.6331°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% 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+66.0%
96% above US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,978/sq mi
Total Area3.1 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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home33.1%

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