Folsom, PA

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.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
8,298 Population 6,638/sq mi density
$100,544 Median Income $40,940 per capita
$268,500 Home Value $321,303 Zillow
$1,421 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$100,544 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$268,500 home value, $1,421/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,544
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,500
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,421
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,298
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density6,638/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,544
Per Capita$40,940
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,500
Rent$1,421
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,303

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation110 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute26 min
Libraries28

Is Folsom a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Folsom has a population of 8,298 with a density of 6,638 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 2% Black.

Population

8,298
Total Population
6,638
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Folsom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Folsom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Folsom is $100,544, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Folsom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,544
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,940
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% 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 Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Folsom is $268,500, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,421 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,303.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,500
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,303
Median List Price$395,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$395,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.0%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,421
22% 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-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Folsom 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

Elevation110 ft (34 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density6,638/sq mi
Coordinates39.8924°N, 75.3287°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below 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+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,638/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

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