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  1. Public Schools
    C-
  2. Crime & Safety
    C-
  3. Housing
    C
  4. Nightlife
    A+
  5. Good for Families
    B-
  6. Diversity
    A+
  7. Jobs
    C
  8. Weather
    B-
  9. Cost of Living
    B-
  10. Health & Fitness
    B+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A
  12. Commute
    A
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Population
1,559,938

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$147,300
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$943
National
$949
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Area Feel
Urban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    48%
  • Own
    52%

Philadelphia Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      497
      283
    • Murder
      17
      6
    • Rape
      84
      41
    • Robbery
      395
      136
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      445
      500
    • Theft
      2,346
      2,043
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      350
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Median Household Income
    $39,770
    National
    $55,322
    Children
    19%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      15%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      23%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      34%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      17%
      13%
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    Philly is known for being culturally diverse, but the way the people take pride in their culture while simultaneously admiring and respecting the cultures of others is what makes it really special. Nobody thinks they are better than anyone else- we all know we are awesome! Public transportation may be a lil expensive but it can take you anywhere and quickly. If you get bored, no matter where you live in Philly, a 15 minute walk in any direction and you'll find something to do. Our parks are great, our stores are fun and each neighborhood has its own personality.
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    Philadelphia is where I was born and raised. I currently live in northeast Philladelphia. This is a terrific city. Plenty of events, parks to walk-hike-jog and bike ride in. Don't forget Kelly drive, art museum, Natural History museum just to name a few. Best restaurants around. Close to Jersey Shore, too! The pocono mountains offer skiing, snowboarding and many other activities. Hershey park is just a ride away with fabulous chocolate and rides.
    Really, Really surprised to see such a low ranking for the city (especially with millennials and jobs). For those who have never lived in the city and who view it through the lens of Rocky, let me descrobe the city.

    Thriving industry that houses hundreds of thousands of highly educated, productive employees. Companies, like Comcast, AmerisourceBergen, Dupont, Lincoln Financial, Independence Blue Cross, Aramark, Crown Cork, Cambells soup and UGI all have their headquarters within a 10 mile radius. And those are just the fortune 300 companies!

    In terms of 'quality of life', public transit is extensive and cheap (i live in center city and commute via train to the suburbs and could take same train the other direction to Atlantic City), restaurants are on par with any city in America (save for Manhattan perhaps), real estate is affordable most places, especially compared to most cities and Philly is home to the greatest sports fans in the country