Melrose Park, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,273 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$154,946 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$427,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,343 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,405 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
3
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 31
Feb 3 6 34
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 5 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 3 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 76%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, PA State Senate District 4, PA State House District 154, PA
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Schools

Myers El Sch
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Wyncote Academy
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Ellwood Sch
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Gratz College
<1 miles, NW
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Hospitals

Albert Einstein Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Jeanes Hospital
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Eastern Regional Medical Center
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
44 miles, N • 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
51 miles, S • 1.4 star
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