Telford, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Telford is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,814. Residents earn $86,797 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,814 Population 4,766/sq mi density
$86,797 Median Income $42,976 per capita
$302,200 Home Value $423,135 Zillow
$1,202 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
205 Violent Crime/100K 903 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$86,797 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$302,200 home value, $1,202/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
205 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,797
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $302,200
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 205/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,202
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,814
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density4,766/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,797
Per Capita$42,976
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$302,200
Rent$1,202
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$423,135

Crime

F
Violent205/100K
Property903/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault164/100K
Burglary103/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation421 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Libraries37

Is Telford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Telford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Telford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Telford is $86,797, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% 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 Telford is $302,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,202 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Telford is below the national average at 205 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 903 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Telford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Telford has a population of 4,814 with a density of 4,766 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

4,814
Total Population
4,766
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Telford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Telford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Telford is $86,797, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Telford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,797
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,976
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% 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 Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Telford is $302,200, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,202 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $423,135.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,200
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$423,135
Median List Price$329,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,900
$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio105.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,202
3% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Telford has a violent crime rate of 205 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 903 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent205.2/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery41.0/100K
Assault164.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property902.9/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary102.6/100K
Theft718.2/100K
Vehicle Theft82.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Telford has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density4,766/sq mi
Coordinates40.3256°N, 75.3273°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below 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+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,766/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home10.2%

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