Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania Demographics
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As of 2026, Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania has a total population of 8,298, the 131st largest city in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $100,544, which is 32% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 32% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.

Folsom CDP Quick Facts

Population 8,298

Median Household Income $100,544

Median Home Value $268,500

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 79.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.9%

High School Graduation Rate 94.5%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 8,298 131st of 1,993

Median Income $100,544 top 20%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 18% lower national

Median Home Value $268,500 top 20%

How Folsom CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Folsom CDP

$100,544

$76,081

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Folsom CDP

$268,500

$240,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.8%

$25K-$50K 16.3%

$50K-$100K 24.3%

$100K+ 50.6%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3% | National: 5.2%

71.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.3%

Renter 20.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

16.6%

35-54

27.3%

55-74

24.3%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 43 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Folsom CDP Rankings in Pennsylvania

#131 Population of 1,993

#253 Median Income of 1,993

#539 Education of 1,993

#312 Home Value of 1,993

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Cities Similar to Folsom CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Brookhaven borough	8,288	$96,393	$265,500	35.1%	3.4%
Pleasant Hills borough	8,418	$97,177	$235,500	40.2%	3.0%
Doylestown borough	8,322	$93,672	$491,700	60.4%	6.0%
Glenside CDP	7,941	$101,050	$380,300	52.3%	6.8%
Hatboro borough	8,219	$108,927	$340,100	39.6%	6.5%

Population Overview

Folsom CDP is a small city located in Pennsylvania. The total population is 8,298. It ranks as the 131st most populous out of 1,993 cities and towns in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Folsom CDP is 38.9 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Folsom CDP is $100,544. This is 32% higher than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $268,500. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Folsom CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Folsom CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

30.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,993 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania?

Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania has a population of 8,298 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Folsom CDP, PA?

The median household income in Folsom CDP is $100,544, which is 28% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Folsom CDP, PA?

The poverty rate in Folsom CDP is 10.3%. This means approximately 851 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania?

Folsom CDP's population is 93.4% White, 2.1% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Folsom CDP, PA?

The median home value in Folsom CDP is $268,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Folsom CDP, Pennsylvania?

30.9% of adults (25+) in Folsom CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.