Richboro, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Richboro is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,033. Residents earn $153,691 per year, which is 105% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,033 Population 1,606/sq mi density
$153,691 Median Income $73,266 per capita
$519,100 Home Value $689,312 Zillow
$1,991 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$153,691 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$519,100 home value, $1,991/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $153,691
105% higher than US avg
Home Value $519,100
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.1%
72% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,991
71% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,033
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density1,606/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$153,691
Per Capita$73,266
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$519,100
Rent$1,991
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$689,312

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation308 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.1%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Libraries14

Is Richboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richboro receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Richboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richboro is $153,691, which is significantly higher than the national average — 105% above $75,149. This places Richboro among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richboro is $519,100, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,991 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Richboro is a highly educated community — 58.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Richboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Richboro has a population of 7,033 with a density of 1,606 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%).

Population

7,033
Total Population
1,606
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Richboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richboro is $153,691, which is 105% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Richboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$153,691
105% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,266
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Richboro is $519,100, 84% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,991 (71% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $689,312.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$519,100
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$689,312
Median List Price$804,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$804,925
$/Sq Ft$255
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,991
71% 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-Occupied97.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Richboro has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density1,606/sq mi
Coordinates40.2254°N, 74.9930°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 58.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.1%
72% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,606/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home19.0%

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