Southwest Center City Philadelphia

PA

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Population 1.6M |Median income $61,953 |21 hospitals

Population
1,579,706
Philadelphia County
Median Income
$61,953
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$243,100
+7% vs avg
Median Age
35.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.6M+3%
Median Income
$61,953+67%
Median Home Value
$243,100+71%
Poverty Rate
21.4%-19%
Unemployment
8.1%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Poverty Rate
21.4% +51% vs avg
Unemployment 8.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 35.4%
Work From Home 18.4%
Public Transit 16.7%

Population

African American 39.4%
White 35.1%
Asian 8%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.9%

Hospitals 21 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
3
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
3
★
1
Average Rating
3.2/5
Total Hospitals
21
With ER
10
PHILADELPHIA VA MEDICAL CENTER
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
HOSPITAL OF UNIV OF PENNSYLVANIA
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
PENN PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
PENNSYLVANIA HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
TEMPLE HEALTH - CHESTNUT HILL HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
JEFFERSON EINSTEIN PHILADELPHIA HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
NAZARETH HOSPITAL
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
JEFFERSON HEALTH- NORTHEAST
PHILADELPHIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Southwest Center City Philadelphia 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 Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA? ▼
Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA has a population of 1,579,706 people, located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Southwest Center City Philadelphia? ▼
The median household income in Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA is $61,953 per year. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
What is the median home value in Southwest Center City Philadelphia? ▼
The median home value in Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA is $243,100. Median rent is $1,397/month.
What are the top health concerns in Southwest Center City Philadelphia? ▼
The top health indicators in Southwest Center City Philadelphia include Short Sleep Duration (42.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Southwest Center City Philadelphia? ▼
Southwest Center City Philadelphia has 21 hospitals with an average rating of 3.2/5 stars. 10 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Southwest Center City Philadelphia? ▼
The median age in Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA is 35.3 years. 35.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA is located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 1.6M and a median household income of $61,953, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 21 hospitals with an average rating of 3.2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Southwest Center City Philadelphia 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 (Philadelphia 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.