Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Folsom is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,298. Residents earn $100,544 per year, which is 34% above the national average.
Based on current data, Folsom receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Folsom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Folsom is $100,544, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Folsom among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Folsom is $268,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,421 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Folsom 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 | 92.1% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.9% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $100,544 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,940 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,407 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,369 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below 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 | 3.76% |
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
| Census Median | $268,500 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $321,303 |
| Median List Price | $395,000 |
| Median List Price | $395,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $212 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 7.7% |
| Inventory | 13 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,421 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.76% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| 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 | 110 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,638/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8924°N, 75.3287°W |
| County FIPS | 42045 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.9% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,638/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Retail Stores | 1,549 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |