Narberth, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Narberth, Pennsylvania Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Narberth, Pennsylvania had a total population of 4,511, the 311th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $123,977, which is 59% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.7%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 59% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Pennsylvania.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.7% — among the lowest in Pennsylvania.
81.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Pennsylvania.

Narberth Quick Facts

Population 4,511

Median Household Income $123,977

Median Home Value $749,500

Poverty Rate 1.7%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 43.2 years

Homeownership Rate 55.3%

Affordability Ratio 6.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 81.5%

High School Graduation Rate 98.9%

Diversity Index 38/100

Population 4,511 311th of 1,991

Median Income $123,977 top 10%

Poverty Rate 1.7% 86% lower than national

Median Home Value $749,500 top 10%

How Narberth 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	4,482	4,511	+0.6%
Median household income	$119,863	$123,977	+3.4%
Median home value	$671,100	$749,500	+11.7%

How Narberth Compares

Median Household Income

Narberth

$123,977

$77,971

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Narberth

$749,500

$254,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.7%

$25K-$50K 12.1%

$50K-$100K 23.2%

$100K+ 59.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.3%

$10K-$15K

1.9%

$15K-$20K

0.7%

$20K-$25K

1.8%

$25K-$30K

0.6%

$30K-$35K

0.5%

$35K-$40K

5.5%

$40K-$45K

1.7%

$45K-$50K

3.8%

$50K-$60K

3.6%

$60K-$75K

9.3%

$75K-$100K

10.2%

$100K-$125K

9.3%

$125K-$150K

4.3%

$150K-$200K

9.2%

$200K+

36.3%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

75.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.3%

Renter 44.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.0x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,823/mo 17.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.8%

18-34

18.3%

35-54

32.5%

55-74

24.9%

75+

3.5%

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+)

Narberth Rankings in Pennsylvania

#311 Population of 1,991

#116 Median Income of 1,854

#18 Education of 1,987

#11 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 Narberth

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Reiffton	4,575	$128,750	$318,500	38.1%	3.9%
Maytown	4,443	$119,097	$324,300	31.8%	2.9%
Chalfont	4,346	$124,485	$445,900	58.4%	7.4%
Brittany Farms-The Highlands	4,571	$111,875	$396,100	46.7%	1.6%
Cornwall	4,623	$107,583	$333,700	46.8%	2.1%

Population Overview

Narberth is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. The total population is 4,511. It ranks as the 311th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Narberth is 43.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Narberth is $123,977. This is 59% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 54% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.7%. This is 85% 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 3.2%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $749,500. Housing costs are 194% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 55.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Narberth is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (6.7% vs 3.8%).

Education

81.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Narberth in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 132% 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 98.9%. Notably, 46.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Narberth, 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 Narberth, Pennsylvania?

Narberth, Pennsylvania has a population of 4,511 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Narberth, PA?

The median household income in Narberth is $123,977, which is 54% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Narberth, PA?

The poverty rate in Narberth is 1.7%. This means approximately 77 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Narberth, Pennsylvania?

Narberth's population is 78.2% White, 5.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Narberth, PA?

The median home value in Narberth is $749,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x.

How educated is Narberth, Pennsylvania?

81.5% of adults (25+) in Narberth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 46.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.