What are the schools like in Ardmore, PA?

Ardmore is served primarily by Lower Merion SD. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.

What is the median household income in Ardmore?

The median household income in Ardmore, PA is $117,997 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Ardmore, PA?

Ardmore has an average high temperature of 41.6°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.6 inches.

Ardmore, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ardmore, PA affordable or expensive?

Ardmore's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ardmore is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $424,100 and the median rent is $1,615 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ardmore, PA?

Crime rate data for Ardmore is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Ardmore, PA a Good Place to Live?

Ardmore is a small city of 14,075 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $117,997 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Ardmore stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Ardmore is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ardmore city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.5

Ardmore's overall cost of living index is 103.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ardmore costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Ardmore, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$424,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,615	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$117,997	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Ardmore is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Ardmore is served primarily by Lower Merion SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ardmore, PA	National Avg
School District	Lower Merion SD	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	71.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ardmore sees average highs of 41.6°F in January and 89.3°F in July, with 50.4 inches of annual precipitation and 7.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ardmore, PA
Average High — January	41.6°F
Average High — July	89.3°F
Annual Precipitation	50.4"
Annual Snowfall	7.6"

Demographics

Metric	Ardmore, PA	National Avg
Population	14,075	—
Median Age	39.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	79.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.4%	18.9%
Asian	5.4%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	19.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Haverford College, PA 1 mi Bryn Mawr, PA 2 mi Penn Wynne, PA 2 mi Narberth, PA 2 mi Merion Station, PA 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Ardmore

Ardmore, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

19003

Ardmore vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ardmore, PA affordable or expensive?

Ardmore's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Ardmore roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $424,100 and median rent is $1,615/month.

What is the crime rate in Ardmore, PA?

Crime data for Ardmore is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Ardmore?

Public schools in Ardmore are operated by Lower Merion SD. The district has 6 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1. 71.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ardmore, PA a good place to live?

Ardmore, PA has a population of 14,075, a median household income of $117,997, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ardmore?

Ardmore averages 41.6°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.4 inches with about 7.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ardmore?

Ardmore, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 19003.

What is the population of Ardmore?

The population of Ardmore, Pennsylvania is 14,075 with a median age of 39.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ardmore?

Key numbers for living in Ardmore: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $424,100, median household income $117,997, schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ardmore side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.