North Wales, PA
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North Wales, PA
At a Glance
How North Wales Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Wales's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Wales a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Wales residents earn a median household income of $115,833 , which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,251. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,922 business establishments, including 2,054 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Wales is $385,400 , 37% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $538,697. Median rent is $1,417/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
North Wales reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 850/100K.
Education
41.1% of adults in North Wales hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Wales has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.