Norristown, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Norristown, Pennsylvania is 35,782 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $65,058, the median home value is $205,100, and the median age is 33.7.
The population has grown 5.0% since 2010 (34,361 → 36,075).
35,782
Population
10180
People / sq mi
$65,058
Median Income
$205,100
Median Home Value
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Norristown covers 3.5 sq mi of land at 10180 people per square mile.
About Norristown, PA
Norristown stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 10,180 people per square mile. With 35,782 residents, Norristown is a city in Pennsylvania. It ranks #15 among cities in Pennsylvania by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $65,058 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 15.2%, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $205,100, with typical rent around $1,337.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 23.7%, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Norristown: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Norristown borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Norristown borough had a population of 34,361 in 2010 and 36,075 in 2024, a 5.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,075 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.35%.
36,075
Population (2024)
34,361
Population (2010)
36,075
Peak (2024)
0.35%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,361 |
| 2011 | 34,553 |
| 2012 | 34,569 |
| 2013 | 34,566 |
| 2014 | 34,600 |
| 2015 | 34,486 |
| 2016 | 34,500 |
| 2017 | 34,444 |
| 2018 | 34,393 |
| 2019 | 34,341 |
| 2020 | 35,734 |
| 2021 | 35,882 |
| 2022 | 35,801 |
| 2023 | 35,852 |
| 2024 | 36,075 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 32.2% |
| Black or African American | 32.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$65,058
Median Household Income
$27,999
Per Capita Income
15.2%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$205,100
Median Home Value
$1,337
Median Rent
40.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.1%
High School+
23.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.0%
Drive Alone
63.7%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
27.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.6%
Foreign Born
69.0%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
87.0%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.9% |
| Manufacturing | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.7% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.1% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Norristown, Pennsylvania has a population of 35,782 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest city in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Norristown, Pennsylvania is $65,058, with 15.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Norristown, Pennsylvania is $205,100, with median monthly rent at $1,337 and a homeownership rate of 40.8%.
The median age in Norristown, Pennsylvania is 33.7 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 5.0% since 2010 (34,361 → 36,075).
Norristown borough, PA Climate
Norristown borough, PA has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F) and receives about 1129 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.7°C
Avg Temp
1129
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 88 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 73 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 91 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 96 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 108 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 93 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 112 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 104 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 102 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 77 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 97 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 88 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Norristown borough, PA
The most comfortable months to visit Norristown borough, PA are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.