Malvern, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Malvern is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,427. Residents earn $106,638 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,427 Population 2,720/sq mi density
$106,638 Median Income $78,581 per capita
$460,400 Home Value $772,155 Zillow
$1,886 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$106,638 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$460,400 home value, $1,886/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,638
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $460,400
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.1%
99% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,886
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,427
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density2,720/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$106,638
Per Capita$78,581
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$460,400
Rent$1,886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$772,155

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation555 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.1%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute24 min
EV Stations14
Libraries37

Is Malvern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malvern receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Malvern stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malvern is $106,638, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Malvern among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malvern is $460,400, making it a premium housing market at 63% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,886 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Malvern is a highly educated community — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Malvern 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.

Malvern has a population of 3,427 with a density of 2,720 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

3,427
Total Population
2,720
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Malvern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Malvern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malvern is $106,638, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Malvern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,638
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,581
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% 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 Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Malvern is $460,400, 63% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,886 (62% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $772,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$460,400
63% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$772,155
Median List Price$769,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$769,900
$/Sq Ft$183
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,886
62% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,286

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.9%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Malvern 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

Elevation555 ft (169 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,720/sq mi
Coordinates40.0331°N, 75.5154°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 67.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% 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+67.1%
99% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,720/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations14
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home19.9%

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