Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
12%
Norristown
Norristown, PA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,495
Population
36,150
Renter Mix
63% Rent
Always something to do in this historic Philadelphia suburb.
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History
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Norristown sits along the Schuylkill River as the county seat of Montgomery County, putting residents in the middle of Pennsylvania history with easy access to Philadelphia. Main and Marshall streets offer walkable stretches of locally owned shops and eateries, while Norristown Farm Park provides room to roam. Valley Forge National Historical Park is minutes away, and King of Prussia is close for errands or an afternoon out. SEPTA rail connects the borough to Center City, making car-free commuting a real option.
The rental scene spans traditional rowhouse-style homes and updated apartment communities with modern finishes. Studios and one-bedrooms offer approachable entry points, while two- and three-bedroom layouts give more breathing room. The borough’s compact footprint means daily essentials are nearby, and Elmwood Park Zoo adds a one-of-a-kind neighbor that few places can claim. Rooted in a legacy dating to the early 1700s, Norristown blends small-town character with metropolitan convenience.
Explore the City
Go for a ride on the Schuylkill River Trail, parts of it goes through Norristown.
Large streets and paved sidewalks make walking in Audubon safe and secure.
Main Street in Norristown has many locally owned businesses like retail, law, and restaurants.
The streets in Norristown are lined with flourishing trees and safely accessible sidewalks.
The Schuylkill River draws Norristown anglers and boaters targeting catfish and bass.
The Centre Theater in Norristown features live performances and art exhibits.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$53,837
Average: $71,346
Education
7,083
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
19,193
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Norristown has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
63%
Non-Renters
37%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Norristown, PA is $1,242 for a studio, $1,495 for one bedroom, $1,770 for two bedrooms, and $2,603 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norristown has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,495/month
718 Sq Ft
House
$2,253/month
1,355 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,545/month
732 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Norristown, PA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
428 Students
Public
Grades K-8
864 Students
Public
Grades K-5
486 Students
Public
Grades K-5
377 Students
Public
Grades K-8
812 Students
Public
Grades K-8
864 Students
Public
Grades K-8
812 Students
Public
Grades K-8
798 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
141 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,309 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Elmwood Park Zoo
- Norristown Farm Park
- McKaig Nature Education Center
- John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove
- Riverbend Environmental Education Center
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
- Trenton Mercer
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.