Apartments for rent in Drexel Hill, PA

A town in Pennsylvania, Drexel Hill has a population of just over 28,000. Families with young children are customary, as kids under 5 account for an above-average 8% of the population, while young adults appear in smaller numbers. At an average age of just under 38, the city's residents are younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Home ownership is more common than renting in the area, and 36% of residents rent. The average rent for Drexel Hill is $199/month more than the state average.

Averaging about 35 minutes, Drexel Hill's commute time is longer than the state average of about 28 minutes. Many residents (44%) commute to work by car, while public transit is used by just 6% of the city. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

There are three primary industries in Drexel Hill: healthcare, retail, and education. Together, these industries make up 23% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, as 10% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of about $84K, Drexel Hill workers take home about $21,000 more than their peers elsewhere in Pennsylvania. Drexel Hill's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Drexel Hill has a relatively high number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. In addition, 18% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.