What are the schools like in Richboro, PA?

Richboro is served primarily by Council Rock SD. The district operates 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.6:1.

What is the median household income in Richboro?

The median household income in Richboro, PA is $147,703 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

What is the weather like in Richboro, PA?

Richboro has an average high temperature of 39.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Richboro, PA affordable or expensive?

Richboro's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Richboro is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $479,100 and the median rent is $1,726 per month.

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

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

Is Richboro, PA a Good Place to Live?

Richboro is a small town of 6,983 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $147,703 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

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

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

All Richboro 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

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

Metric	Richboro, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$479,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,726	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	97.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$147,703	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Richboro is served primarily by Council Rock SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Richboro, PA	National Avg
School District	Council Rock SD	—
Elementary Schools	10	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	57.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Richboro sees average highs of 39.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 48.5 inches of annual precipitation and 19.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Richboro, PA
Average High — January	39.4°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	48.5"
Annual Snowfall	19.9"

Demographics

Metric	Richboro, PA	National Avg
Population	6,983	—
Median Age	52.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.3%	18.9%
Asian	3.6%	6.3%
Under 18	18.7%	22.2%
65 and over	29.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Richboro

Richboro, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

18954

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richboro, PA affordable or expensive?

Richboro's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Richboro roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $479,100 and median rent is $1,726/month.

What is the crime rate in Richboro, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Richboro?

Public schools in Richboro are operated by Council Rock SD. The district has 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1. 57.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Richboro, PA a good place to live?

Richboro, PA has a population of 6,983, a median household income of $147,703, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. 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 Richboro?

Richboro averages 39.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.5 inches with about 19.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Richboro?

Richboro, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 18954.

What is the population of Richboro?

The population of Richboro, Pennsylvania is 6,983 with a median age of 52.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Richboro?

Key numbers for living in Richboro: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $479,100, median household income $147,703, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Richboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.