Upper Merion township, Pennsylvania
Upper Merion township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Upper Merion township is a geographic entity located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,674. The land area covers 16.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 36,674 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,260 | ±464 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 16,222 | ±466 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,260 | ±464 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 962 | ±236 |
| Median Home Value | $455,300 | ±$12,303 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,087 | ±$74 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $121,985 | ±$5,754 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,042 | ±$2,935 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,574 | ±395 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,628 | ±729 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 36,414 (2024)
ID: 174635
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP MANAGER
175 W VALLEY FORGE RD, KING OF PRUSSIA PA 19406
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GUS Population: 879,190 (2024)
ID: 173733
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 311, NORRISTOWN PA 19404-0311
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | West Chester, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Exton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Philadelphia, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cortiva Institute
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College Vocational | 0.6 mi away | 211 South Gulph Road Suite 100, King of Prussia, PA, 19406 |
9549622624
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UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 175 W VALLEY FORGE RD, KING OF PRUSSIA, PA, 19406 |
(610) 265-4805
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American College of Financial Services
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College | 1.1 mi away | 630 Allendale Rd #400, King of Prussia, PA, 19406 |
6105261000
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TREDYFFRIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 582 UPPER GULPH RD, WAYNE, PA, 19087 |
(610) 688-7092
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Valley Forge Military College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 1001 Eagle Rd, Wayne, PA, 19087-3695 |
6109891430
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BOOKMOBILE #7
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 1001 POWELL ST, NORRISTOWN, PA, 19401 |
(610) 278-5100
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Eastern University
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College | 2.8 mi away | 1300 Eagle Rd, Saint Davids, PA, 19087-3696 |
6103415800
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY - NORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 1001 POWELL ST, NORRISTOWN, PA, 19401 |
(610) 278-5100
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Premier Barber Institute
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 573 East Main Street, Norristown, PA, 19401-5163 |
6109082066
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WORDS-ON-WHEELS
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 1001 POWELL ST, NORRISTOWN, PA, 19401 |
(610) 278-5100
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NORRISTOWN, PA US, located 2.7 miles from Upper Merion township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.7° | 22.6° | 32.1° | 3.66" | 6.8" |
| February | 43.5° | 24.7° | 34.1° | 2.98" | 10.9" |
| March | 52.1° | 31.6° | 41.8° | 4.41" | 3.0" |
| April | 64.8° | 41.5° | 53.1° | 3.90" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.8° | 52.1° | 63.4° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.0° | 62.0° | 73.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 66.6° | 77.7° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 65.2° | 75.9° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.0° | 57.6° | 68.8° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.4° | 44.6° | 56.5° | 4.32" | 0.1" |
| November | 56.8° | 35.1° | 45.9° | 3.61" | 0.1" |
| December | 46.3° | 28.3° | 37.3° | 4.73" | 4.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| King of Prussia CDP | CDP | 0.4 mi | — |
| Bridgeport borough | Borough | 2.2 mi | — |
| Swedeland CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Swedesburg CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Norristown borough | Borough | 3.1 mi | — |
| St. Davids CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4209179136. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.