Fox Chase, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fox Chase is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,557. Residents earn $105,125 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,557 Population 4,449/sq mi density
$105,125 Median Income $52,740 per capita
$246,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$105,125 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,200 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,125
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,200
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,557
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density4,449/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,125
Per Capita$52,740
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation315 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute17 min
Libraries25

Is Fox Chase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fox Chase receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fox Chase stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fox Chase is $105,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Fox Chase among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fox Chase is $246,200, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fox Chase experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fox Chase has a population of 1,557 with a density of 4,449 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

1,557
Total Population
4,449
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fox Chase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fox Chase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fox Chase is $105,125, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Fox Chase vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,125
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,740
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fox Chase is $246,200, 13% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,200
13% below US avg
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%

Health Metrics: Fox Chase vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Fox Chase has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density4,449/sq mi
Coordinates40.3948°N, 75.9634°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,449/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

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