Ridley Park, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ridley Park is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,245. Residents earn $94,485 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
7,245 Population 6,708/sq mi density
$94,485 Median Income $46,321 per capita
$261,900 Home Value $303,403 Zillow
$1,361 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
143 Violent Crime/100K 1,354 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,485 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,900 home value, $1,361/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
143 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,485
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,900
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 143/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,361
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,245
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density6,708/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,485
Per Capita$46,321
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,900
Rent$1,361
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,403

Crime

F
Violent143/100K
Property1,354/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault114/100K
Burglary171/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation82 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries28

Is Ridley Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridley Park receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Ridley Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridley Park is $94,485, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridley Park is $261,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,361 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ridley Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 143 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,354 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridley Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ridley Park has a population of 7,245 with a density of 6,708 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 7.6% Black.

Population

7,245
Total Population
6,708
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridley Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ridley Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridley Park is $94,485, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ridley Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,485
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridley Park is $261,900, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,361 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,403.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,900
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$303,403
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,361
17% 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-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate3.85%

Health Metrics: Ridley Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Ridley Park has a violent crime rate of 143 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,354 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent142.5/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.3/100K
Robbery14.3/100K
Assault114.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,353.9/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary171.0/100K
Theft1,111.6/100K
Vehicle Theft71.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ridley Park has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density6,708/sq mi
Coordinates39.8780°N, 75.3255°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
9% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,708/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home13.0%

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