Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
1,593,208
Population
$57,537
Median Income
$215,500
Home Value
34.8
Median Age

Demographics

Philadelphia has a population of 1,593,208 with a median age of 34.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
40.1%
White
37.1%
Hispanic
15.7%
Asian
7.6%
Demographic Value
Total Population1,593,208
Median Age34.8
White37.1%
Black or African American40.1%
Asian7.6%
Hispanic or Latino15.7%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Philadelphia is $57,537, which is 23.4% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $35,553. The poverty rate is 22.7%.

$57,537
Median Household Income
$35,553
Per Capita Income
22.7%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Philadelphia is 8.6%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Philadelphia, 86.9% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 33.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14.8% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
86.9%
Bachelor's+
33.6%
Graduate+
14.8%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher86.9%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher33.6%
Graduate or Professional Degree14.8%

Housing

The median home value in Philadelphia is $215,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,250. The homeownership rate is 52.2%.

$215,500
Median Home Value
$1,250/mo
Median Rent
52.2%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$215,500
Median Monthly Rent$1,250
Homeownership Rate52.2%
Vacancy Rate9.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
The population of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 1,593,208 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is $57,537. This is 23.4% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is $215,500. The median monthly rent is $1,250.
What percentage of people in Philadelphia have a college degree?
In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 33.6% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 86.9% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 3.7x (median home value $215,500 vs. median income $57,537), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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