Yeadon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Yeadon is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 12,091. Residents earn $57,336 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,091 Population 7,557/sq mi density
$57,336 Median Income $32,615 per capita
$172,500 Home Value $227,579 Zillow
$1,117 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
738 Violent Crime/100K 3,714 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,336 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,500 home value, $1,117/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
738 violent crimes/100K (94% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,336
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,500
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 738/100K
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,091
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density7,557/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,336
Per Capita$32,615
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,500
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,579

Crime

F
Violent738/100K
Property3,714/100K
Murder17.4/100K
Assault234/100K
Burglary972/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

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

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute33 min
Libraries28

Is Yeadon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeadon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Yeadon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yeadon is $57,336, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yeadon is $172,500, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 738 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,714 per 100,000, 89% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Yeadon 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.

Yeadon has a population of 12,091 with a density of 7,557 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85.2%), with 8.6% White, 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

12,091
Total Population
7,557
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeadon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yeadon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeadon is $57,336, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Yeadon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,336
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,615
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% 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 Rate5.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Yeadon is $172,500, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,500
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$227,579
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio92.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% below 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-Occupied53.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate5.85%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Yeadon has a violent crime rate of 738 per 100,000 residents, 94% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,714 per 100,000 (89% above US avg). The murder rate is 17.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent737.6/100K
94% above US avg
Murder17.4/100K
176% above US avg
Rape26.0/100K
Robbery459.9/100K
Assault234.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,714.0/100K
89% above US avg
Burglary971.9/100K
Theft2,421.0/100K
Vehicle Theft321.1/100K
Arson17.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Yeadon 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)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density7,557/sq mi
Coordinates39.9325°N, 75.2527°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% 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+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,557/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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 Commute32.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

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