Median Income
$86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value
$240,900
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Willow Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,333
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$34,826
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$240,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation552 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Libraries9
Is Willow Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Willow Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Willow Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Willow Grove is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Willow Grove is $240,900, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Willow Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Willow Grove has a population of 2,333 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Willow Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.8% |
| 34% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Willow Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Willow Grove is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Willow Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $86,250 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,826 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,161 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,514 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,039 |
| County GDP | $18,479M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 607 |
| Healthcare | 682 |
| Retail | 879 |
| Manufacturing | 250 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |
The median home value in Willow Grove is $240,900, 15% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $240,900 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $324,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $324,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $154 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.9% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 12 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.69% |
In Willow Grove, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Willow Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.2% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,298/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 682 |
Crime Rates: Willow Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
Safety Score
Willow Grove has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 552 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5591°N, 97.2961°W |
| County FIPS | 48309 |