West Chester, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Chester County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for West Chester based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
19,235
2023 ACS
Median Income
$81,492
2023
Median Home Value
$481,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,661
2023
Median Age
24.8
Unemployment
7.1%
Cost of Living Index
147.6
100 = national avg
West Chester is a city in Chester County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 19,235 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. West Chester is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in West Chester is $81,492, and the median home value is $481,300. The cost of living index is 147.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,661 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.1%, and the median age is 24.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
19,235
Male
8,751
45.5%
Female
10,484
54.5%
Median Age
24.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
29.6%
High School or Higher
39.4%
Foreign Born
5.3%
Veterans
2.4%
Married
20.6%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.416
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
74.0%
Foreign Born
5.3%
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
10.9%
2,102 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
89.1%
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+)
18,782
English Only
89.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,410 speakers
Limited English
3.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.2%
Limited English Proficiency
3.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
459
2.4% of population
Disability Rate
32.2%
148 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$35,384
Unemployment Rate
10.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
355
77.3%
Female Veterans
104
22.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$35,384
Non-Veteran Income
$27,534
Difference
$7,850
28.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
148
Without Disability
311
Disability Rate
32.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,059
#1 Ancestry
Irish
21.6% (4,146)
#2 Ancestry
German
17.9% (3,452)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
15.5% (2,976)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
7,001
Family Households
2,511
35.9%
Married Couples
1,725
24.6%
Non-Family Households
4,490
64.1%
Single Mother Households
487
7.0%
Single Father Households
299
4.3%
Living Alone
3,044
43.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,613
In Married Couple
1,121
69.5%
With Single Mother
424
26.3%
With Single Father
68
4.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$120,625
Married Couple Income
$154,076
Single Mother Income
$36,074
Single Father Income
$101,619
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
129
Grandparents Responsible
109
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$81,492
+11% vs national
Per Capita Income
$44,115
+19% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.3%
+35% vs national
Gini Index
0.4904
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.1%
+37% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.4%
of households
How West Chester Compares
West Chester vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. West Chester is highlighted.
Median Household Income
West Chester, PA has a median household income of $81,492, making it the 8,511th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher median household income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
West Chester, PA has a per capita income of $44,115, making it the 6,507th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher per capita income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
West Chester, PA has a poverty rate of 18.3%, making it the 8,316th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher poverty rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
West Chester, PA has a unemployment rate of 7.1%, making it the 7,181st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher unemployment rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in West Chester. The median household income here is $81,492.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.1%
+39% vs PA avg
Labor Force
12,061
Employed
11,203
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
29.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
39.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
24.8
Work from Home
14.9%
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
147.6
100 = national avg
+47.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,961
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,545
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 West Chester, PA is $81,492, which is 11.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $44,115. The poverty rate of 18.3% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4904, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.1%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 12,061. 29.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 14.9% working from home. About 63.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 147.6, which is 47.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,961 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$590,000
Median List Price
$795,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$298
Days on Market
28
Active Inventory
5
Months of Supply
0.7
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$630,331
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,077
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
28.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
28.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
7
New Listings
3
Pending Sales
7
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$298
Median List $/SF
$343
West Chester vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. West Chester is highlighted.
Median Home Value
West Chester, PA has a median home value of $481,300, making it the 3,196th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher median home value than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
West Chester, PA has a median rent of $1,661, making it the 3,178th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher median rent than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
West Chester, PA has a price per square foot of $298, making it the 3,670th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
West Chester, PA has a rent burden of 24.5%, making it the 3,846th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that West Chester has a higher rent burden than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$481,300
Median Rent
$1,661
Total Housing Units
7,371
Vacancy Rate
5.0%
Owner Occupied
34.9%
Renter Occupied
65.2%
Median Property Tax
$4,697
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,840
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,697
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
of home value
Median Home Value
$481,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,945
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,697) by the median home value ($481,300). In West Chester, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.98%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in West Chester, PA is $590,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 28 days on the market. 28.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 0.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $298. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,077/month. About 34.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1958. There are 7,371 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,697. The effective tax rate is 0.98%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.15
per 1,000 residents
-17% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.50
per 1,000 residents
-27% vs national
Total Crimes
293
2024
Violent Clearance
81%
cases solved
Property Clearance
30%
cases solved
YoY Change
-6.6%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How West Chester Compares
Source: FBI (2024)West Chester vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. West 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)West Chester police solve 94% of aggravated assault cases but only 25% of burglary 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 | 4 | 0.20 | 25.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 8 | 0.40 | 62.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 31 | 1.55 | 93.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 28 | 1.40 | 25.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 211 | 10.55 | 30.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 11 | 0.55 | 27.3% |
West Chester, PA reported 43 violent crimes and 250 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.15 per 1,000 residents is 17.3% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 81% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 211 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 3.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43 | 250 | 2.15 | 12.50 |
| 2023 | 46 | 212 | 2.30 | 10.61 |
| 2020 | 19 | 223 | 0.94 | 11.03 |
| 2019 | 49 | 279 | 2.42 | 13.77 |
| 2018 | 37 | 309 | 1.82 | 15.22 |
| 2017 | 50 | 304 | 2.48 | 15.06 |
| 2016 | 59 | 404 | 2.93 | 20.07 |
| 2015 | 77 | 335 | 3.97 | 17.29 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
95.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
85.2
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
26
Public Assistance
$26.6M
Individual Assistance
$7.2M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $15.4M | $3.1M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7.7M | $2.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $315K | $11K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $389K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $2.3M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $185K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $183K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Tropical Storms Henri and Isabel and Rel… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2003 | — | $604K |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $875K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 27 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,910
Total Claims Paid
$37,557,563
Avg Claim Payout
$19,664
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$1,075,087
Properties Protected
4
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.44
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 5 | $942,322 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $56,250 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $76,515 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
West Chester has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, winter weather, heat wave. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (7 declarations). 1,910 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $26,621,601 in public assistance recovery funding. $7,188,220 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 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.
West Chester has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
Chester County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester County Hospital | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Paoli Hospital | 8.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Riddle Memorial Hospital | 10.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Coatesville Va Medical Center | 12.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
| Phoenixville Hospital | 12.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
1,620
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WESTTOWN SCHOOL | 900 | 0 |
| CAPE MAY MOBILE ESTATES | 420 | 0 |
| DEVEREUX FOUNDATION BRANDYWINE | 300 | 2 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-21% vs national
Drive Alone
63.6%
-19% vs national
Public Transit
1.5%
+70% vs national
Work From Home
14.9%
+60% vs national
Carpool
5.7%
Walk / Bike
13.8%
combined
How West 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
2
2023
2-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 West Chester, PA is 19 minutes, which is 20.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 63.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.9% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 1.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 5.7% of workers carpool. 13.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
76.3%
of households
No Internet
4.3%
of households
Total Households
7,001
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.3%
of households
Smartphone
92.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.6%
of households
Tablet
66.8%
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 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).
West Chester 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
3
Population Served
1,620
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTTOWN SCHOOL | Community | Ground water | 900 | 0 |
| CAPE MAY MOBILE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 420 | 0 |
| DEVEREUX FOUNDATION BRANDYWINE | Community | Ground water | 300 | 2 |
90.8% of households in West Chester have broadband internet access. 76.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.3% of households have no internet access. 5.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 1,620 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. West Chester is located in Chester County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in West Chester.
Election Overview
Source: Chester County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
184,281
56.7%
GOP Votes
137,299
42.3%
Total Votes
324,964
Margin
D+14.5%
Shift from 2020
R+2.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 184,281 | 137,299 | 324,964 | 56.7% | 42.3% | D+14.5 |
| 2020 | 182,372 | 128,565 | 315,753 | 57.8% | 40.7% | D+17.0 |
| 2016 | 140,188 | 115,582 | 266,637 | 52.6% | 43.4% | D+9.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Chester County recorded 324,964 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.7% of the vote compared to 42.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+14.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Chester County has shifted 5.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
472
Total Assets
$3.8B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
245.4
nonprofits
+266.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
69
Median Assets
$205K
Oldest Active
1933
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $3.4B of $3.8B 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 West Chester
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWest Chester, PA has 472 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.8B. The most common category is Education, with 67 organizations. 69 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 245.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1933.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
839
Total Approved
$306.0M
Jobs Supported
7,601
Per 10K Residents
436.2
SBA loans
+571.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
109
Top Lender
Citizens Bank, National Association
119 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
766
Total Amount
$259.7M
Avg Loan
$339,068
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$192.0M(74%)
Jobs Supported
6,514
Loans
73
Total Amount
$46.3M
Avg Loan
$634,521
Median Loan
$442,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
121
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$85.3M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$704,849
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 |
|---|---|---|
| North American Cable Equipment Inc. | 6 | $5.8M |
| Diplomat Closet Design Inc | 5 | $5.0M |
| Alliance Environmental Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 8 Stones West Chester Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ice Line | 2 | $4.5M |
| Ram-t Corporation | 3 | $4.5M |
| Main Line Wine Company | 3 | $4.3M |
| Rbss Acquisition Corp | 2 | $4.2M |
| Star Printing Inc. | 1 | $4.0M |
| Mauger and Company Inc. | 2 | $4.0M |
West Chester, PA has received 839 SBA loans totaling $306.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 766 loans (91% of the total), supporting 6,514 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 73 loans totaling $46.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in West Chester is Citizens Bank, National Association with 119 loans. That works out to 436.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
20
Total Population
326,302
Avg Median Income
-$99,875,911
Avg Home Value
-$66,171,212
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19017 | 297 | N/A | $553,600 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19052 | 617 | $137,083 | $354,900 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 19060 | 11,476 | $174,756 | $516,400 | N/A | 7.7 |
| 19073 | 21,587 | $131,061 | $581,400 | $1,987 | 20.5 |
| 19301 | 8,319 | $157,500 | $537,300 | $1,802 | 3.6 |
| 19312 | 11,901 | $199,107 | $805,400 | $1,678 | 9.6 |
| 19317 | 10,844 | $154,933 | $588,600 | $2,003 | 21.8 |
| 19319 | 713 | N/A | $569,900 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 19335 | 52,524 | $136,839 | $464,400 | $1,647 | 43.3 |
| 19341 | 20,660 | $122,992 | $486,900 | $2,045 | 13.7 |
| 19342 | 20,654 | $136,647 | $579,400 | $2,298 | 19.8 |
| 19345 | 751 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 19348 | 23,435 | $118,367 | $518,200 | $1,588 | 36.8 |
| 19355 | 28,650 | $162,917 | $662,200 | $1,960 | 38.3 |
| 19372 | 2,294 | $120,172 | $292,900 | $2,061 | 0.9 |
| 19373 | 2,288 | $208,920 | $710,500 | N/A | 3.2 |
| 19375 | 272 | $250,001 | $614,300 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19380 | 50,093 | $122,876 | $530,400 | $1,820 | 30.5 |
| 19382 | 53,035 | $126,159 | $542,400 | $1,788 | 46.1 |
| 19383 | 5,892 | $21,445 | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
West Chester, PA has 20 ZIP codes with a combined population of 326,302. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$99,875,911. The average median home value is -$66,171,212. The average median monthly rent is -$266,665,533.
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