Merion Station, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Merion Station, Pennsylvania Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Merion Station, Pennsylvania had a total population of 5,788, the 227th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 221% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 221% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in Pennsylvania.
84.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.

Merion Station Quick Facts

Population 5,788

Median Household Income $250,000+

Median Home Value $886,600

Poverty Rate 4.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 44.1 years

Homeownership Rate 89.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 84.5%

High School Graduation Rate 96.5%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 5,788 227th of 1,991

Median Income $250,000+ top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.2% 66% lower than national

Median Home Value $886,600 top 10%

How Merion Station Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	5,796	5,788	-0.1%
Median household income	$250,000+	$250,000+	+0.0%
Median home value	$875,500	$886,600	+1.3%

How Merion Station Compares

Median Household Income

Merion Station

$250,001

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Merion Station

$886,600

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.2%

$25K-$50K 3.3%

$50K-$100K 9.3%

$100K+ 83.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.8%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.5%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

0.0%

$40K-$45K

1.2%

$45K-$50K

2.0%

$50K-$60K

2.2%

$60K-$75K

1.9%

$75K-$100K

5.3%

$100K-$125K

4.1%

$125K-$150K

4.4%

$150K-$200K

8.9%

$200K+

65.9%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

72.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.3%

Renter 10.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,461/mo 11.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.1%

18-34

6.8%

35-54

31.2%

55-74

24.8%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Merion Station Rankings in Pennsylvania

#227 Population of 1,991

#1 Median Income of 1,854

#12 Education of 1,987

#5 Home Value of 1,871

Explore Pennsylvania Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Montgomery County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Norristown	35,893	$66,701	18.5%	$213,900
King of Prussia	25,857	$117,912	4.5%	$436,200
Pottstown	23,476	$60,828	17.5%	$195,400
Lansdale	19,011	$88,229	11.3%	$343,800
Horsham	16,005	$94,987	4.9%	$388,500
Willow Grove	14,131	$98,064	5.7%	$357,300
Ardmore	13,909	$119,111	4.8%	$453,100
Montgomeryville	13,388	$131,345	4.1%	$471,000
Roslyn	10,639	$99,318	10.2%	$328,800
Bala Cynwyd	10,227	$150,000	11.4%	$640,400

Cities Similar to Merion Station

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fox Chapel	5,246	$243,625	$900,600	85.9%	3.2%
Churchville	6,084	$192,519	$657,000	59.7%	5.8%
Spring House	5,137	$198,077	$670,700	73.2%	4.6%
Newtown Grant	6,193	$168,750	$583,600	65.1%	4.8%
Wyndmoor	5,633	$152,594	$485,000	66.3%	1.6%

Population Overview

Merion Station is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. The total population is 5,788. It ranks as the 227th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Merion Station is 44.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.9 years. With 29.1% of the population under 18, Merion Station has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Merion Station is $250,000+. This is 221% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $886,600. Housing costs are 248% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 89.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Merion Station is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.3% of the population. Asian residents account for 9.0%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.0% vs 3.8%).

Education

84.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Merion Station in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 140% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.5%. Notably, 59.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Merion Station, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Merion Station, Pennsylvania?

Merion Station, Pennsylvania has a population of 5,788 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Merion Station, PA?

The median household income in Merion Station is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Merion Station, PA?

The poverty rate in Merion Station is 4.2%. This means approximately 245 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Merion Station, Pennsylvania?

Merion Station's population is 80.3% White, 2.1% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Merion Station, PA?

The median home value in Merion Station is $886,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Merion Station, Pennsylvania?

84.5% of adults (25+) in Merion Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 59.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.