Norristown, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Montgomery County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Norristown based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
35,782
2023 ACS
Median Income
$65,058
2023
Median Home Value
$205,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,337
2023
Median Age
33.7
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
116.8
100 = national avg
Norristown is a city in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 35,782 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Norristown is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Norristown is $65,058, and the median home value is $205,100. The cost of living index is 116.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,337 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 33.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
35,782
Male
17,597
49.2%
Female
18,185
50.8%
Median Age
33.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.1%
High School or Higher
38.2%
Foreign Born
17.7%
Veterans
2.8%
Married
27.6%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.632
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
32.6%
Foreign Born
17.7%
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
32.9%
11,772 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
67.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
33,063
English Only
69.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
8,325 speakers
Limited English
14.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
85.2%
Limited English Proficiency
14.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
984
2.7% of population
Disability Rate
20.8%
205 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,911
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
791
80.4%
Female Veterans
193
19.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,911
Non-Veteran Income
$31,590
Difference
$11,321
35.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
205
Without Disability
779
Disability Rate
20.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
18,385
#1 Ancestry
Italian
10.8% (3,871)
#2 Ancestry
German
7.6% (2,728)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
6.8% (2,423)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,121
Family Households
8,128
61.9%
Married Couples
4,079
31.1%
Non-Family Households
4,993
38.1%
Single Mother Households
2,986
22.8%
Single Father Households
1,063
8.1%
Living Alone
4,232
32.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
7,248
In Married Couple
3,805
52.5%
With Single Mother
2,587
35.7%
With Single Father
856
11.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,630
Married Couple Income
$91,632
Single Mother Income
$45,610
Single Father Income
$79,417
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
834
Grandparents Responsible
329
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$65,058
-11% vs national
Per Capita Income
$27,999
-25% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.0%
+39% vs national
Gini Index
0.4175
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+2% vs national
SNAP Recipients
25.4%
of households
How Norristown Compares
Norristown vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Norristown is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Norristown, PA has a median household income of $65,058, making it the 14,205th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher median household income than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Norristown, PA has a per capita income of $27,999, making it the 19,458th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher per capita income than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Norristown, PA has a poverty rate of 19.0%, making it the 7,859th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher poverty rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Norristown, PA has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,861st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Norristown. The median household income here is $65,058.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
+4% vs PA avg
Labor Force
19,455
Employed
18,414
Mean Commute
25 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.7
Work from Home
9.4%
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
116.8
100 = national avg
+16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,412
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,520
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 Norristown, PA is $65,058, which is 11.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $27,999. The poverty rate of 19.0% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4175, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 19,455. 15.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 25 minutes, with 9.4% working from home. About 63.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 116.8, which is 16.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,412 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median List Price
$309,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$168
Days on Market
28
Active Inventory
61
Months of Supply
2.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$324,115
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,761
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
23.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
57.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.6%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
21
New Listings
39
Pending Sales
28
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$168
Median List $/SF
$199
Norristown vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Norristown is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Norristown, PA has a median home value of $205,100, making it the 11,949th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher median home value than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Norristown, PA has a median rent of $1,337, making it the 5,323rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher median rent than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Norristown, PA has a price per square foot of $168, making it the 10,819th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher price per square foot than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Norristown, PA has a rent burden of 24.7%, making it the 3,680th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Norristown has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$205,100
Median Rent
$1,337
Total Housing Units
14,336
Vacancy Rate
8.5%
Owner Occupied
40.8%
Renter Occupied
59.2%
Median Property Tax
$4,705
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,556
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,705
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.29%
of home value
Median Home Value
$205,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,519
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,705) by the median home value ($205,100). In Norristown, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 2.29%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Norristown, PA is $325,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 28 days on the market. 23.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $168. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,761/month. About 40.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1955. There are 14,336 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,705. The effective tax rate is 2.29%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.53
per 1,000 residents
+74% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.60
per 1,000 residents
+14% vs national
Total Crimes
863
2024
Violent Clearance
44%
cases solved
Property Clearance
12%
cases solved
YoY Change
+8.8%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Norristown Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Norristown vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Norristown 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)Norristown police solve 100% of murder cases but only 9% of larceny/theft 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 | 3 | 0.08 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 7 | 0.20 | 28.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 77 | 2.15 | 23.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 74 | 2.07 | 64.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 74 | 2.07 | 29.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 437 | 12.22 | 8.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 190 | 5.31 | 11.6% |
Norristown, PA reported 162 violent crimes and 701 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.53 per 1,000 residents is 74.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 44% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 437 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 20.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 162 | 701 | 4.53 | 19.60 |
| 2023 | 149 | 687 | 4.16 | 19.19 |
| 2022 | 162 | 722 | 4.51 | 20.12 |
| 2020 | 138 | 568 | 4.02 | 16.54 |
| 2019 | 170 | 543 | 4.94 | 15.77 |
| 2018 | 140 | 511 | 4.05 | 14.80 |
| 2017 | 187 | 574 | 5.44 | 16.70 |
| 2016 | 149 | 618 | 4.33 | 17.95 |
| 2015 | 227 | 684 | 6.58 | 19.82 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.8
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
19.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
92.7
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
29
Public Assistance
$88.3M
Individual Assistance
$29.6M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $21.3M | $13.6M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $59.6M | $8.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Jan 2013 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $2.7M | $1.2M |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $3.5M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $3.2M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $272K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $1.2M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | $1.2M |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $1.4M | — |
| Tropical Storm Allison → | Severe Storm | Jun 2001 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 33 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
6,187
Total Claims Paid
$185,139,645
Avg Claim Payout
$29,924
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
28
Federal Funding
$21,230,731
Properties Protected
128
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.40
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 21 | $17,942,451 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $397,500 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $37,499 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $250,650 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 200.5: Acquisition of Vacant Land | 1 | $626,203 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Norristown has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, strong wind, cold wave. The area has had 29 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (8 declarations). 6,187 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $88,250,428 in public assistance recovery funding. $29,603,582 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 28 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.
Norristown has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
1
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.7 mi
Suburban Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban Community Hospital | 0.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Norristown State Hospital | 0.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Valley Forge Medical Center | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Eagleville Hospital | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Montgomery County Emergency Service | 2.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Pop. Served
99,247
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PA AMERICAN NORRISTOWN | 88,885 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN AUDUBON | 8,200 | 0 |
| MT VILLAGE MHP | 771 | 0 |
| HEREFORD EST MHP | 710 | 0 |
| AWC VALLEY FORGE CROSSING MHP | 250 | 0 |
| CREEKVIEW MHP | 200 | 2 |
| HARRISONVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | 100 | 0 |
| PAW BERRY HOLLOW | 70 | 0 |
| WOODLAND MHP | 61 | 0 |
There are 9 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
25 min
+6% vs national
Drive Alone
63.8%
-19% vs national
Public Transit
7.0%
+678% vs national
Work From Home
9.4%
+1% vs national
Carpool
12.8%
Walk / Bike
4.8%
combined
How Norristown's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Norristown, PA is 25 minutes, which is 6.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 63.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.4% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 7.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.8% of workers carpool. 4.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.5%
of households
No Internet
10.3%
of households
Total Households
13,121
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.3%
of households
Smartphone
88.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
73.2%
of households
Tablet
60.3%
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 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Norristown vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
9
Population Served
99,247
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA AMERICAN NORRISTOWN | Community | Surface water | 88,885 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN AUDUBON | Community | Purchased surface water | 8,200 | 0 |
| MT VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 771 | 0 |
| HEREFORD EST MHP | Community | Ground water | 710 | 0 |
| AWC VALLEY FORGE CROSSING MHP | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| CREEKVIEW MHP | Community | Ground water | 200 | 2 |
| HARRISONVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| PAW BERRY HOLLOW | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| WOODLAND MHP | Community | Ground water | 61 | 0 |
87.6% of households in Norristown have broadband internet access. 70.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.3% of households have no internet access. 13.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 9 water systems, providing water to 99,247 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Norristown is located in Montgomery County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Norristown.
Election Overview
Source: Montgomery County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
317,103
60.9%
GOP Votes
198,311
38.1%
Total Votes
520,906
Margin
D+22.8%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 317,103 | 198,311 | 520,906 | 60.9% | 38.1% | D+22.8 |
| 2020 | 319,511 | 185,460 | 510,157 | 62.6% | 36.4% | D+26.3 |
| 2016 | 251,063 | 160,803 | 427,489 | 58.7% | 37.6% | D+21.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Montgomery County recorded 520,906 total votes. Democrats won the county with 60.9% of the vote compared to 38.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+22.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Montgomery County has shifted 1.7 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
199
Total Assets
$392.3M
Total Income
$333.5M
Per 10K Residents
55.6
nonprofits
-49.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
31
Median Assets
$556K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $306.4M of $392.3M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Norristown
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNorristown, PA has 199 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $392.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 30 organizations. 31 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 55.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
536
Total Approved
$152.6M
Jobs Supported
4,161
Per 10K Residents
149.8
SBA loans
+103.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
85
Top Lender
Citizens Bank, National Association
105 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
515
Total Amount
$138.8M
Avg Loan
$269,589
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$103.2M(74%)
Jobs Supported
3,764
Loans
21
Total Amount
$13.7M
Avg Loan
$654,143
Median Loan
$555,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
80
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$43.9M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$549,128
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bluesphere Advisors Llc | 2 | $4.0M |
| Jay Bhole Ridge Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Z Properties Jeffersonville Llc | 1 | $3.3M |
| Rgw Restoration Llc | 2 | $3.2M |
| Valley Forge Manufacturing Labs Llc | 1 | $3.1M |
| Health and Benefits Partners Llc | 4 | $2.5M |
| Mcgerman Inc | 1 | $2.3M |
| Galloglass Ii Llc | 1 | $2.3M |
| Vivian Hsu M.d. P.c. | 1 | $2.3M |
| Turtle Time Jrp 2 Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
Norristown, PA has received 536 SBA loans totaling $152.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 515 loans (96% of the total), supporting 3,764 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 21 loans totaling $13.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Norristown is Citizens Bank, National Association with 105 loans. That works out to 149.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
43
Total Population
682,971
Avg Median Income
-$46,377,581
Avg Home Value
-$45,989,486
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18936 | 288 | $250,001 | $282,500 | N/A | 1.2 |
| 19002 | 31,681 | $140,070 | $558,800 | $1,605 | 20.2 |
| 19003 | 14,411 | $116,142 | $441,400 | $1,602 | 2.0 |
| 19004 | 10,439 | $143,781 | $616,000 | $1,791 | 2.7 |
| 19010 | 22,004 | $143,986 | $788,700 | $1,890 | 8.4 |
| 19025 | 7,417 | $183,586 | $606,000 | $2,894 | 3.2 |
| 19031 | 5,166 | $143,323 | $519,000 | $1,377 | 3.1 |
| 19034 | 7,084 | $164,531 | $611,400 | $1,523 | 7.1 |
| 19035 | 3,779 | $250,001 | $1,388,300 | $3,501 | 4.7 |
| 19038 | 32,157 | $113,464 | $387,800 | $1,407 | 8.2 |
| 19041 | 6,088 | $147,531 | $908,600 | $2,250 | 3.3 |
| 19066 | 5,893 | $243,500 | $871,300 | $2,319 | 1.3 |
| 19072 | 10,352 | $175,833 | $776,500 | $1,956 | 3.2 |
| 19075 | 7,779 | $117,356 | $415,400 | $1,204 | 1.9 |
| 19085 | 10,679 | $250,001 | $1,007,400 | N/A | 6.2 |
| 19087 | 33,770 | $165,451 | $693,200 | $2,130 | 15.6 |
| 19096 | 15,136 | $186,648 | $711,600 | $2,107 | 3.5 |
| 19118 | 10,231 | $105,667 | $688,000 | $1,772 | 3.2 |
| 19119 | 28,566 | $81,609 | $326,600 | $1,291 | 3.4 |
| 19127 | 5,797 | $99,792 | $298,900 | $1,765 | 0.6 |
| 19128 | 37,018 | $89,639 | $330,800 | $1,563 | 7.0 |
| 19150 | 23,582 | $61,257 | $225,400 | $1,282 | 1.5 |
| 19301 | 8,319 | $157,500 | $537,300 | $1,802 | 3.6 |
| 19312 | 11,901 | $199,107 | $805,400 | $1,678 | 9.6 |
| 19333 | 7,616 | $157,083 | $688,700 | $1,833 | 3.7 |
| 19401 | 43,099 | $68,646 | $225,700 | $1,392 | 6.2 |
| 19403 | 43,967 | $101,996 | $355,700 | $1,640 | 22.4 |
| 19405 | 5,167 | $78,777 | $314,700 | $1,483 | 1.0 |
| 19406 | 29,388 | $109,944 | $393,600 | $1,983 | 13.4 |
| 19422 | 20,068 | $153,344 | $572,600 | $2,151 | 12.3 |
| 19426 | 43,284 | $151,030 | $471,200 | $1,932 | 34.0 |
| 19428 | 20,225 | $116,566 | $445,900 | $1,900 | 7.3 |
| 19436 | 544 | $57,125 | N/A | $3,501 | 0.2 |
| 19437 | 625 | $210,134 | N/A | N/A | 1.2 |
| 19444 | 11,070 | $153,647 | $497,800 | $2,178 | 4.8 |
| 19446 | 61,608 | $103,875 | $415,400 | $1,738 | 22.6 |
| 19453 | 1,421 | $73,826 | $255,600 | $1,761 | 0.7 |
| 19454 | 28,141 | $114,323 | $438,200 | $1,762 | 12.3 |
| 19456 | 192 | N/A | $587,500 | N/A | 0.2 |
| 19462 | 16,215 | $133,942 | $452,400 | $1,771 | 8.3 |
| 19474 | 286 | N/A | $327,000 | N/A | 0.1 |
| 19477 | 85 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 19490 | 433 | $250,001 | $1,213,800 | N/A | 0.7 |
Norristown, PA has 43 ZIP codes with a combined population of 682,971. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$46,377,581. The average median home value is -$45,989,486. The average median monthly rent is -$108,525,556.
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