Pottstown, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Montgomery County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pottstown based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
23,392
2023 ACS
Median Income
$56,174
2023
Median Home Value
$172,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,181
2023
Median Age
36.1
Unemployment
6.0%
Cost of Living Index
103.5
100 = national avg
Pottstown is a city in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 23,392 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pottstown is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Pottstown is $56,174, and the median home value is $172,300. The cost of living index is 103.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,181 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, and the median age is 36.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
23,392
Male
11,351
48.5%
Female
12,041
51.5%
Median Age
36.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.4%
High School or Higher
41.3%
Foreign Born
5.0%
Veterans
5.8%
Married
31.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.567
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
59.1%
Foreign Born
5.0%
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
12.3%
2,882 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.7%
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)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
21,779
English Only
91.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,251 speakers
Limited English
2.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.3%
Limited English Proficiency
2.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,363
5.8% of population
Disability Rate
28.2%
384 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,618
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,281
94.0%
Female Veterans
82
6.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,618
Non-Veteran Income
$31,940
Difference
$10,678
33.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
384
Without Disability
979
Disability Rate
28.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
19,236
#1 Ancestry
German
23.8% (5,557)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
13.6% (3,190)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
12.4% (2,896)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,638
Family Households
5,659
58.7%
Married Couples
3,145
32.6%
Non-Family Households
3,979
41.3%
Single Mother Households
1,922
19.9%
Single Father Households
592
6.1%
Living Alone
3,381
35.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,383
In Married Couple
1,571
35.8%
With Single Mother
2,391
54.6%
With Single Father
421
9.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$68,816
Married Couple Income
$95,668
Single Mother Income
$42,756
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
596
Grandparents Responsible
345
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$56,174
-23% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,176
-19% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.8%
+45% vs national
Gini Index
0.4410
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.0%
+16% vs national
SNAP Recipients
24.1%
of households
How Pottstown Compares
Pottstown vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Pottstown is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Pottstown, PA has a median household income of $56,174, making it the 18,394th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher median household income than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pottstown, PA has a per capita income of $30,176, making it the 17,071st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher per capita income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pottstown, PA has a poverty rate of 19.8%, making it the 7,347th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher poverty rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pottstown, PA has a unemployment rate of 6.0%, making it the 9,078th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher unemployment rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pottstown. The median household income here is $56,174.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
+19% vs PA avg
Labor Force
11,943
Employed
11,220
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.1
Work from Home
10.4%
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
103.5
100 = national avg
+3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,524
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,602
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 Pottstown, PA is $56,174, which is 23.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,176. The poverty rate of 19.8% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4410, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 11,943. 13.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 71.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 103.5, which is 3.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,524 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$258,000
Median List Price
$259,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Days on Market
44
Active Inventory
46
Months of Supply
2.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$342,942
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,424
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
31.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
47.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.7%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
16
New Listings
31
Pending Sales
19
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$161
Median List $/SF
$174
Pottstown vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Pottstown is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pottstown, PA has a median home value of $172,300, making it the 14,480th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher median home value than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pottstown, PA has a median rent of $1,181, making it the 6,884th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher median rent than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pottstown, PA has a price per square foot of $161, making it the 11,474th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher price per square foot than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pottstown, PA has a rent burden of 25.2%, making it the 3,283rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pottstown has a higher rent burden than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$1,181
Total Housing Units
10,627
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Owner Occupied
52.5%
Renter Occupied
47.5%
Median Property Tax
$4,401
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,347
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,401
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.55%
of home value
Median Home Value
$172,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,426
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,401) by the median home value ($172,300). In Pottstown, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 2.55%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pottstown, PA is $258,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 44 days on the market. 31.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $161. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,424/month. About 52.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1948. There are 10,627 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,401. The effective tax rate is 2.55%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.37
per 1,000 residents
+184% vs national
Property Crime Rate
31.04
per 1,000 residents
+80% vs national
Total Crimes
896
2024
Violent Clearance
108%
cases solved
Property Clearance
34%
cases solved
YoY Change
-4.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Pottstown Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Pottstown vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Pottstown 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)Pottstown police solve 132% of aggravated assault cases but only 16% of motor vehicle 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 | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 25 | 1.07 | 72.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 30 | 1.29 | 43.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 117 | 5.02 | 132.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 67 | 2.87 | 25.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 607 | 26.02 | 36.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 50 | 2.14 | 16.0% |
Pottstown, PA reported 172 violent crimes and 724 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.37 per 1,000 residents is 183.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 108% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 607 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 17.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 172 | 724 | 7.37 | 31.04 |
| 2023 | 181 | 887 | 7.75 | 37.99 |
| 2022 | 158 | 656 | 6.76 | 28.06 |
| 2020 | 185 | 604 | 8.18 | 26.69 |
| 2019 | 163 | 705 | 7.18 | 31.05 |
| 2018 | 196 | 753 | 8.60 | 33.04 |
| 2017 | 165 | 817 | 7.27 | 35.98 |
| 2016 | 154 | 930 | 6.78 | 40.93 |
| 2015 | 150 | 1,092 | 6.59 | 47.98 |
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
$3.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $21.3M | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $59.6M | $1.2M |
| 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 | $120K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $385K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $3.2M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $473K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $22K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | $10K |
| 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 30 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.
Pottstown 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. $3,739,789 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.
Pottstown has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.6 mi
Pottstown Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottstown Hospital | 1.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Physicians Care Surgical Hospital | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Phoenixville Hospital | 10.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Valley Forge Medical Center | 15.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Eagleville Hospital | 15.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
39,971
Violations (5yr)
17
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH | 36,000 | 6 |
| NORTH COVENTRY WATER SYSTEM | 2,907 | 2 |
| RIDGLEA | 900 | 0 |
| KADIMA REHAB | 70 | 1 |
| MEADOWS AT BETHEL MHP | 50 | 6 |
| LENAPE HILLS TRAILER PARK | 44 | 2 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
4.2K MT
Top Emitter
WASTE MGMT DSPL SVC OF PA POTTSTOWN LDFL
4.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
WASTE MGMT DSPL SVC OF PA POTTSTOWN LDFL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 4,246 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 17 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 4.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
71.2%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
2.1%
+138% vs national
Work From Home
10.4%
+12% vs national
Carpool
7.8%
Walk / Bike
6.2%
combined
How Pottstown's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
4-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Pottstown, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 71.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 10.4% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 2.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.8% of workers carpool. 4.5% walk to work. 1.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.3%
of households
No Internet
11.3%
of households
Total Households
9,638
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.4%
of households
Smartphone
83.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
74.2%
of households
Tablet
58.5%
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 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 10,000 - 25,000 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).
Pottstown vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). 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
6
Population Served
39,971
Violations (5yr)
17
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH | Community | Surface water | 36,000 | 6 |
| NORTH COVENTRY WATER SYSTEM | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,907 | 2 |
| RIDGLEA | Community | Ground water | 900 | 0 |
| KADIMA REHAB | Community | Ground water | 70 | 1 |
| MEADOWS AT BETHEL MHP | Community | Ground water | 50 | 6 |
| LENAPE HILLS TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 44 | 2 |
87.0% of households in Pottstown have broadband internet access. 70.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.3% of households have no internet access. 8.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 39,971 people. A total of 17 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pottstown is located in Montgomery County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pottstown.
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
261
Total Assets
$554.1M
Total Income
$176.5M
Per 10K Residents
111.6
nonprofits
+16.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
21
Median Assets
$220K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $515.1M of $554.1M 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 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Pottstown
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPottstown, PA has 261 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $554.1M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 30 organizations. 21 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 111.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
380
Total Approved
$132.8M
Jobs Supported
3,295
Per 10K Residents
162.4
SBA loans
+110.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
77
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
35 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
359
Total Amount
$116.5M
Avg Loan
$324,531
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$87.1M(75%)
Jobs Supported
3,010
Loans
21
Total Amount
$16.3M
Avg Loan
$777,048
Median Loan
$680,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
67
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$35.9M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$535,228
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trident E&p Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cedarville Engineering Group Llc | 3 | $5.0M |
| Royal Medical | 3 | $4.7M |
| Souljoel's at Sunnybrook Llc | 2 | $4.5M |
| 1600 Industrial Llc | 1 | $3.8M |
| Continental Concrete Products Inc. | 2 | $3.1M |
| Jsk Pottstown Llc | 1 | $3.0M |
| The 422 Sportsplex Llc | 1 | $2.8M |
| The Far Post, Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| L & J Transportation Companies Inc. | 1 | $2.4M |
Pottstown, PA has received 380 SBA loans totaling $132.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 359 loans (94% of the total), supporting 3,010 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 21 loans totaling $16.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Pottstown is TD Bank, National Association with 35 loans. That works out to 162.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
200,158
Avg Median Income
-$111,026,706
Avg Home Value
-$110,835,128
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18074 | 5,394 | $126,250 | $388,000 | $972 | 18.1 |
| 19435 | 82 | $109,375 | $235,000 | N/A | 1.2 |
| 19442 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 19457 | 62 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 19464 | 48,084 | $76,338 | $231,700 | $1,226 | 25.6 |
| 19465 | 18,309 | $106,167 | $383,300 | $1,421 | 35.5 |
| 19468 | 28,050 | $106,261 | $383,500 | $1,688 | 16.9 |
| 19472 | 55 | $111,000 | $440,000 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 19473 | 17,731 | $135,386 | $454,500 | $1,400 | 24.3 |
| 19475 | 12,382 | $92,140 | $362,900 | $948 | 16.4 |
| 19492 | 766 | $55,517 | $435,200 | $2,646 | 1.7 |
| 19505 | 3,038 | $96,464 | $298,800 | $1,147 | 7.9 |
| 19508 | 15,066 | $83,409 | $242,100 | $1,108 | 40.7 |
| 19512 | 15,420 | $76,036 | $247,500 | $1,146 | 43.3 |
| 19518 | 16,793 | $114,954 | $331,100 | $1,324 | 35.8 |
| 19525 | 17,859 | $145,014 | $392,500 | $1,117 | 17.1 |
| 19535 | 51 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.8 |
| 19545 | 1,016 | $84,975 | $141,600 | N/A | 0.0 |
Pottstown, PA has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 200,158. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$111,026,706. The average median home value is -$110,835,128. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,325.
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