Montgomery County, PA Local Data & Statistics

State: PA
Total population: 867,573 Household income: $113,915 Rent: $1,683

Overview

Total population
867,573
Rent
$1,683
Year built
1971
Household income
$113,915
Per capita income
$62,159
Poverty rate
6.5%
Unemployment rate
2.7%
Household size
2.5 persons
Rent over 30% of income
46.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Pennsylvania
Total population
867,573
Adults over 25
614,025
Total households
335,505
Household size
2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$113,915
Per capita income
$62,159
Poverty rate
6.5%
Unemployment rate
2.7%
Rent over 30% of income
46.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,683
Year built
1971
Households that rent
28.6%
Households that own
71.4%
Rooms per home (all homes)
6.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
73.1%
Black
9.3%
Asian
8.1%
Two or more races
7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
6.7%
Not Hispanic or Latino
93.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
76.7%
Commute time to work
28 mins
Work from home
23.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
17.2%
High school graduate or GED
21.9%
Some college or associate degree
7.9%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
53%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of Montgomery County, PA with: Philadelphia Metro Area, PA-NJ-DE-MD Pennsylvania United States

Montgomery County, PA

Total population867,573
Rent$1,683
Year built1971
Household income$113,915
Per capita income$62,159
Poverty rate6.5%
Unemployment rate2.7%

Philadelphia Metro Area, PA-NJ-DE-MD

Total population6,272,014
Rent$1,480
Year built1966
Household income$91,289
Per capita income$50,461
Poverty rate11.5%
Unemployment rate3.8%

Pennsylvania State

Total population13,018,639
Rent$1,209
Year built1965
Household income$77,971
Per capita income$44,355
Poverty rate11.7%
Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric CountyMontgomery County, PAMetro AreaPhiladelphia Metro Area, PA-NJ-DE-MDStatePennsylvaniaCountryUnited States
Total population867,5736,272,01413,018,639334,922,499
Rent$1,683$1,480$1,209$1,413
Year built1971196619651980
Household income$113,915$91,289$77,971$80,734
Per capita income$62,159$50,461$44,355$44,673
Poverty rate6.5%11.5%11.7%12.5%
Unemployment rate2.7%3.8%3.6%4%

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Summary for Montgomery County, PA

Montgomery County is located in Pennsylvania .

Rent & Income

In Montgomery County, the monthly rent is $1,683 and household income is $113,915. Rent is higher than both Pennsylvania and the U.S., and household income is higher than both Pennsylvania and the U.S. The poverty rate is 6.5%, which is lower than both Pennsylvania and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 28.6% of households. About 46.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 53% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is lower than both Pennsylvania and the national rate.

 

 

Montgomery County, PA — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Montgomery County, PA — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Montgomery County, PA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,683 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Montgomery County, PA

Annual Household Income: $113,915

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Montgomery County, PA

Estimated Rate: 6.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Montgomery County, PA

In Montgomery County, PA, households that rent: 96,010 (28.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 96,010 28.6%
Owner-Occupied 239,495 71.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Montgomery County, PA

In Montgomery County, PA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 44,483 (46.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 44,483 46.3%
Other renter households 51,527 53.7%
Total renter households 96,010 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Montgomery County, PA

Less than High School: 105,525 people (17.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 134,423 people (21.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 48,500 people (7.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 325,577 people (53%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 614,025

📊 Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County, PA

Estimated Rate: 2.7%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.