Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Norristown is a mid-size city in Pennsylvania with a population of 35,782. Residents earn $65,058 per year, which is 13% below the national average.
Based on current data, Norristown receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Norristown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Norristown is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Norristown is $205,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,337 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 746 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,560 per 100,000, 31% above the national average.
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Norristown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 73.1% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.9% |
| 101% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,058 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,999 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,700 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,618 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28,922 |
| County GDP | $110,422M |
| Restaurants | 2,054 |
| Healthcare | 3,385 |
| Retail | 2,943 |
| Manufacturing | 896 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.83% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $205,100 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $327,252 |
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $174 |
| Homes Sold | 21 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 13.6% |
| Inventory | 59 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,337 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,738 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.83% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,470/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,385 |
| Total Violent | 745.9/100K |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Murder | 5.8/100K |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Rape | 14.5/100K |
| Robbery | 415.1/100K |
| Assault | 310.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,560.0/100K |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 638.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,712.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 209.0/100K |
| Arson | 11.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.7 inches |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 25.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1221°N, 75.3399°W |
| County FIPS | 42091 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 10,165/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,385 |
| Restaurants | 2,054 |
| Retail Stores | 2,943 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |