Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Overview

Philadelphia faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (42.7/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Pennsylvania. Even so, the city scores 71/100 in Transportation — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 7/100.

Income & Employment in Philadelphia

Philadelphia’s median income of $60,302 is 18% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.7% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.5%.

Safety in Philadelphia

With a violent crime rate of 991.7 per 100,000, Philadelphia exceeds the Pennsylvania average of 313. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 5120.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $232,400. Median monthly rent is $1,323.

Education & Schools in Philadelphia

The high school graduation rate in Philadelphia is 74.7%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. Local districts invest $18,394 per student, well above the national median. The city has 296 public schools serving 174,853 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Philadelphia

Philadelphia enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.3°F. Winters average 41.7°F. Annual precipitation is 48 inches. 19.8% of commuters use public transit.

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