Chester, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Delaware County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Chester based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
33,209
2023 ACS
Median Income
$39,809
2023
Median Home Value
$85,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,080
2023
Median Age
33.3
Unemployment
17.6%
Cost of Living Index
81.8
100 = national avg
Chester is a city in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 33,209 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Chester is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Chester is $39,809, and the median home value is $85,400. The cost of living index is 81.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,080 per month. The unemployment rate is 17.6%, and the median age is 33.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
33,209
Male
15,945
48.0%
Female
17,264
52.0%
Median Age
33.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
8.2%
High School or Higher
38.2%
Foreign Born
4.3%
Veterans
4.1%
Married
17.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.443
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
71.7%
Foreign Born
4.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.6%
3,175 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
30,978
English Only
91.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,073 speakers
Limited English
3.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.4%
Limited English Proficiency
3.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,354
4.1% of population
Disability Rate
10.6%
143 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$31,975
Unemployment Rate
13.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,208
89.2%
Female Veterans
146
10.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$31,975
Non-Veteran Income
$26,334
Difference
$5,641
21.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
143
Without Disability
1,211
Disability Rate
10.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
5,692
#1 Ancestry
German
3.2% (1,054)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
3.0% (994)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
2.6% (848)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
12,577
Family Households
6,648
52.9%
Married Couples
2,160
17.2%
Non-Family Households
5,929
47.1%
Single Mother Households
3,538
28.1%
Single Father Households
950
7.6%
Living Alone
5,175
41.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,691
In Married Couple
1,090
16.3%
With Single Mother
4,410
65.9%
With Single Father
1,191
17.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$56,107
Married Couple Income
$71,349
Single Mother Income
$40,574
Single Father Income
$55,114
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
685
Grandparents Responsible
215
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$39,809
-46% vs national
Per Capita Income
$23,451
-37% vs national
Poverty Rate
30.8%
+127% vs national
Gini Index
0.4748
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
17.6%
+238% vs national
SNAP Recipients
40.2%
of households
How Chester Compares
Chester vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Chester is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Chester, PA has a median household income of $39,809, making it the 25,306th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher median household income than 10% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Chester, PA has a per capita income of $23,451, making it the 23,706th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher per capita income than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Chester, PA has a poverty rate of 30.8%, making it the 2,842nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher poverty rate than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Chester, PA has a unemployment rate of 17.6%, making it the 1,400th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher unemployment rate than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Chester. The median household income here is $39,809.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
17.6%
+244% vs PA avg
Labor Force
15,521
Employed
12,784
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
8.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.3
Work from Home
8.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$130.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
81.8
100 = national avg
-18.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,007
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,107
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The median household income in Chester, PA is $39,809, which is 45.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $23,451. The poverty rate of 30.8% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4748, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 17.6%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 15,521. 8.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 8.6% working from home. About 61.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 81.8, which is 18.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,007 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$90,000
Median List Price
$169,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$73
Days on Market
61
Active Inventory
65
Months of Supply
4.3
Balanced market
Zillow Rent Index
$1,431
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
26.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
47.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
15
New Listings
36
Pending Sales
23
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$73
Median List $/SF
$122
Chester vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Chester is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Chester, PA has a median home value of $85,400, making it the 24,160th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher median home value than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Chester, PA has a median rent of $1,080, making it the 8,535th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher median rent than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Chester, PA has a price per square foot of $73, making it the 18,809th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher price per square foot than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Chester, PA has a rent burden of 32.6%, making it the 817th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Chester has a higher rent burden than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$85,400
Median Rent
$1,080
Total Housing Units
14,845
Vacancy Rate
15.3%
Owner Occupied
40.9%
Renter Occupied
59.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,676
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$676
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,676
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.96%
of home value
Median Home Value
$85,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,893
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,676) by the median home value ($85,400). In Chester, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.96%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Chester, PA is $90,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 61 days on the market. 26.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $73. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,431/month. About 40.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1947. There are 14,845 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,676. The effective tax rate is 1.96%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.23
per 1,000 residents
+101% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.17
per 1,000 residents
+6% vs national
Total Crimes
94
2024
Violent Clearance
57%
cases solved
Property Clearance
18%
cases solved
YoY Change
+39.7%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Chester Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Chester vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Chester is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Chester police solve 64% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 1 | 0.25 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 6 | 1.49 | 50.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 14 | 3.48 | 64.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 16 | 3.98 | 25.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 48 | 11.95 | 14.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 9 | 2.24 | 22.2% |
Chester, PA reported 21 violent crimes and 73 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.23 per 1,000 residents is 101.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 57% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 48 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 7.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21 | 73 | 5.23 | 18.17 |
| 2023 | 15 | 70 | 3.74 | 17.46 |
| 2020 | 29 | 61 | 7.10 | 14.93 |
| 2019 | 469 | 1,019 | 13.83 | 30.05 |
| 2018 | 49 | 98 | 11.95 | 23.89 |
| 2017 | 41 | 92 | 9.96 | 22.36 |
| 2016 | 41 | 95 | 9.93 | 23.00 |
| 2015 | 30 | 114 | 7.26 | 27.57 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
92.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
93.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
33.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
84.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$60.1M
Individual Assistance
$30.4M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $29.2M | $14.2M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $26.9M | $5.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | $848K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $4.5M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $2.7M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $663K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | $3.1M |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 34 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,032
Total Claims Paid
$57,180,751
Avg Claim Payout
$18,859
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
18
Federal Funding
$7,431,011
Properties Protected
89
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.88
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 9 | $3,705,461 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $190,695 |
| 800.1: Miscellaneous | 2 | $162,728 |
| 106.1: Other Non Construction (Regular Project Only) | 2 | $487,105 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $24,350 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Chester has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, strong wind, heat wave. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (7 declarations). 3,032 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $60,074,287 in public assistance recovery funding. $30,399,390 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 18 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Chester has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Crozer Chester Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crozer Chester Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Riddle Memorial Hospital | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Mercy Catholic Medical Center- Mercy Fitzgerald | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Malvern Behavioral Health | 10.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Main Line Hospital Lankenau | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
140,437
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CHESTER WATER AUTHORITY | 140,437 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
1.1M MT
Top Emitter
Delaware Valley Resource Recovery Facility
860.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Under 10,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Delaware Valley Resource Recovery Facility Covanta Holding Corp | Waste | 860,375 |
KIMBERLY CLARK PA LLC/CHESTER OPR Kimberly-Clark Corp | Pulp and Paper | 147,529 |
EVONIK CORPORATION Evonik Corp | Chemicals | 26,112 |
PQ Corp - Chester Plant Pq Corp | Chemicals | 22,439 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.1M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
61.3%
-22% vs national
Public Transit
9.6%
+971% vs national
Work From Home
8.6%
-8% vs national
Carpool
10.9%
Walk / Bike
8.0%
combined
How Chester's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
6
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Chester, PA is 20 minutes, which is 15.0% below the national average of 23 minutes. 61.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.6% work from home, which is below the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 9.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 10.9% of workers carpool. 7.8% walk to work. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
65.1%
of households
No Internet
12.6%
of households
Total Households
12,577
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.1%
of households
Smartphone
86.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
60.0%
of households
Tablet
52.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs Under 10,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Chester vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
140,437
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTER WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 140,437 | 0 |
85.9% of households in Chester have broadband internet access. 65.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 19.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.6% of households have no internet access. 20.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 140,437 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Chester is located in Delaware County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Chester.
Election Overview
Source: Delaware County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
201,324
61.4%
GOP Votes
123,421
37.6%
Total Votes
328,172
Margin
D+23.7%
Shift from 2020
R+3.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 201,324 | 123,421 | 328,172 | 61.4% | 37.6% | D+23.7 |
| 2020 | 206,423 | 118,532 | 329,006 | 62.7% | 36.0% | D+26.7 |
| 2016 | 169,169 | 106,559 | 284,832 | 59.4% | 37.4% | D+22.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Delaware County recorded 328,172 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.4% of the vote compared to 37.6% for Republicans, a margin of D+23.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Delaware County has shifted 1.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
176
Total Assets
$690.3M
Total Income
$606.5M
Per 10K Residents
53.0
nonprofits
-77.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
17
Median Assets
$348K
Oldest Active
1936
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $675.0M of $690.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Chester
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFChester, PA has 176 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $690.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 40 organizations. 17 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 53.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1936.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
118
Total Approved
$45.2M
Jobs Supported
962
Per 10K Residents
35.5
SBA loans
-96.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
38
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
19 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1994–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
112
Total Amount
$36.6M
Avg Loan
$327,111
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$26.7M(73%)
Jobs Supported
824
Loans
6
Total Amount
$8.5M
Avg Loan
$1,420,667
Median Loan
$455,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
19
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$9.3M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$492,026
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gwsi Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Aerial Signs & Awnings | 1 | $5.0M |
| Vb Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| R & P Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Engle Street Llc. | 2 | $3.0M |
| Media Plumbing & Heating Inc. T/a Kinetix | 4 | $2.5M |
| Trinity Baptist Church of Louisiana | 1 | $2.0M |
| Days Inn | 2 | $1.8M |
| Hess Concrete Inc. | 1 | $1.0M |
| Dream Enterprise Llc | 2 | $995K |
Chester, PA has received 118 SBA loans totaling $45.2M in approved funding between 1994 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 112 loans (95% of the total), supporting 824 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 6 loans totaling $8.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Chester is TD Bank, National Association with 19 loans. That works out to 35.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
51
Total Population
707,735
Avg Median Income
-$52,197,446
Avg Home Value
-$12,770,017
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08014 | 283 | N/A | $258,100 | N/A | 3.6 |
| 08020 | 2,522 | $132,306 | $339,100 | N/A | 4.5 |
| 08027 | 4,942 | $90,508 | $230,500 | $1,295 | 7.5 |
| 08056 | 5,164 | $148,409 | $412,900 | N/A | 9.1 |
| 08061 | 4,411 | $157,222 | $384,000 | N/A | 1.3 |
| 08063 | 3,056 | $81,654 | $207,100 | $1,380 | 1.0 |
| 08066 | 7,412 | $62,412 | $166,600 | $1,092 | 6.8 |
| 08067 | 1,704 | $108,884 | $312,500 | $1,750 | 19.1 |
| 08085 | 21,856 | $137,028 | $351,000 | $1,856 | 44.5 |
| 08086 | 8,534 | $88,125 | $258,800 | $1,689 | 7.0 |
| 19008 | 20,193 | $127,646 | $469,900 | $1,633 | 6.5 |
| 19013 | 34,697 | $39,416 | $85,200 | $1,083 | 5.7 |
| 19014 | 21,242 | $96,440 | $297,300 | $1,335 | 9.3 |
| 19015 | 16,590 | $84,783 | $232,800 | $1,170 | 2.9 |
| 19017 | 297 | N/A | $553,600 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19018 | 23,150 | $73,451 | $215,400 | $1,346 | 2.7 |
| 19022 | 3,882 | $45,372 | $124,400 | $1,112 | 1.3 |
| 19023 | 22,636 | $48,962 | $117,200 | $1,240 | 2.0 |
| 19026 | 32,749 | $89,079 | $243,000 | $1,316 | 3.6 |
| 19029 | 3,970 | $49,966 | $186,300 | $1,340 | 2.2 |
| 19032 | 6,748 | $58,899 | $140,000 | $1,363 | 1.3 |
| 19033 | 7,614 | $102,313 | $264,300 | $1,284 | 1.2 |
| 19036 | 13,349 | $76,184 | $191,700 | $1,268 | 1.6 |
| 19043 | 3,550 | $113,494 | $249,800 | $1,171 | 0.4 |
| 19050 | 28,819 | $62,517 | $188,700 | $1,166 | 3.7 |
| 19052 | 617 | $137,083 | $354,900 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 19060 | 11,476 | $174,756 | $516,400 | N/A | 7.7 |
| 19061 | 20,135 | $77,249 | $229,700 | $1,215 | 7.0 |
| 19063 | 38,206 | $121,899 | $505,500 | $1,623 | 25.1 |
| 19064 | 25,137 | $132,230 | $389,600 | $1,511 | 7.2 |
| 19070 | 6,057 | $81,375 | $283,900 | $1,300 | 1.1 |
| 19073 | 21,587 | $131,061 | $581,400 | $1,987 | 20.5 |
| 19074 | 5,915 | $89,135 | $227,500 | $1,247 | 0.8 |
| 19076 | 6,411 | $65,238 | $239,300 | $1,154 | 0.8 |
| 19078 | 11,742 | $93,456 | $244,500 | $1,318 | 2.0 |
| 19079 | 9,014 | $57,002 | $159,800 | $1,212 | 1.6 |
| 19081 | 10,363 | $129,973 | $333,600 | $1,452 | 2.2 |
| 19082 | 41,875 | $55,551 | $155,400 | $1,178 | 2.6 |
| 19083 | 37,220 | $120,233 | $424,100 | $1,386 | 5.6 |
| 19086 | 12,835 | $143,762 | $425,200 | $1,788 | 4.0 |
| 19094 | 4,517 | $63,307 | $244,000 | $1,287 | 0.8 |
| 19113 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.7 |
| 19142 | 30,312 | $42,812 | $110,400 | $1,269 | 1.8 |
| 19153 | 12,396 | $53,434 | $198,700 | $1,341 | 10.1 |
| 19319 | 713 | N/A | $569,900 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 19342 | 20,654 | $136,647 | $579,400 | $2,298 | 19.8 |
| 19373 | 2,288 | $208,920 | $710,500 | N/A | 3.2 |
| 19703 | 15,936 | $76,328 | $266,500 | $1,305 | 4.0 |
| 19803 | 21,971 | $133,941 | $436,200 | $1,736 | 12.7 |
| 19809 | 15,129 | $85,988 | $308,900 | $1,373 | 6.8 |
| 19810 | 25,859 | $110,486 | $420,300 | $1,517 | 7.9 |
Chester, PA has 51 ZIP codes with a combined population of 707,735. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$52,197,446. The average median home value is -$12,770,017. The average median monthly rent is -$130,717,829.
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