Darby

PA

Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Population 579K |Median income $89,546 |3 hospitals

Population
579,222
Delaware County
Median Income
$89,546
+32% vs avg
Median Home Value
$332,200
+46% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
579K+3%
Median Income
$89,546+40%
Median Home Value
$332,200+42%
Poverty Rate
10.2%-1%
Unemployment
6.8%-25%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,372/mo
Poverty Rate
10.2% -28% vs avg
Unemployment 6.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.9%
Work From Home 18%
Public Transit 5.9%

Population

White 63.2%
African American 22.2%
Asian 6.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
2
★
0
Average Rating
2.3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
RIDDLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
MEDIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MERCY CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTER- MERCY FITZGERALD
DARBY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
CROZER CHESTER MEDICAL CENTER
UPLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Darby Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Darby, PA? ▼
Darby, PA has a population of 579,222 people, located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Darby? ▼
The median household income in Darby, PA is $89,546 per year. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
What is the median home value in Darby? ▼
The median home value in Darby, PA is $332,200. Median rent is $1,372/month.
What are the top health concerns in Darby? ▼
The top health indicators in Darby include Short Sleep Duration (40.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Darby? ▼
Darby has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Darby? ▼
The median age in Darby, PA is 39.1 years. 41.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Darby, PA is located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 579K and a median household income of $89,546, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Darby area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Delaware County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.