What are the schools like in Chalfont, PA?

Chalfont is served primarily by Central Bucks SD. The district operates 15 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Chalfont?

The median household income in Chalfont, PA is $118,871 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.5%.

What is the weather like in Chalfont, PA?

Chalfont has an average high temperature of 38.8°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Chalfont, PA affordable or expensive?

Chalfont's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chalfont is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $412,200 and the median rent is $2,004 per month.

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

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

Is Chalfont, PA a Good Place to Live?

Chalfont is a small town of 4,259 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $118,871 and a 7.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Chalfont is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chalfont 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

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

Metric	Chalfont, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$412,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,004	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$118,871	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Chalfont is served primarily by Central Bucks SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chalfont, PA	National Avg
School District	Central Bucks SD	—
Elementary Schools	15	—
Middle Schools	5	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	63.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chalfont sees average highs of 38.8°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 49.4 inches of annual precipitation and 21.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chalfont, PA
Average High — January	38.8°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	49.4"
Annual Snowfall	21.7"

Demographics

Metric	Chalfont, PA	National Avg
Population	4,259	—
Median Age	41.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.4%	18.9%
Asian	4.1%	6.3%
Under 18	24.8%	22.2%
65 and over	12.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Brittany Farms-The Highlands, PA 1 mi New Britain, PA 2 mi Montgomeryville, PA 3 mi Doylestown, PA 5 mi Hatfield, PA 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Chalfont

Chalfont, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

18914

Chalfont vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chalfont, PA affordable or expensive?

Chalfont's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Chalfont roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $412,200 and median rent is $2,004/month.

What is the crime rate in Chalfont, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Chalfont?

Public schools in Chalfont are operated by Central Bucks SD. The district has 15 elementary, 5 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 63.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chalfont, PA a good place to live?

Chalfont, PA has a population of 4,259, a median household income of $118,871, and an unemployment rate of 7.5%. 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 Chalfont?

Chalfont averages 38.8°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.4 inches with about 21.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chalfont?

Chalfont, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 18914.

What is the population of Chalfont?

The population of Chalfont, Pennsylvania is 4,259 with a median age of 41.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chalfont?

Key numbers for living in Chalfont: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $412,200, median household income $118,871, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chalfont side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.