Fort Washington, PA Economy


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Fort Washington, PA is a bustling suburban town in the Greater Philadelphia area. The cost of living is just slightly higher than the US national average, however it offers all of the same amenities including many local businesses and attractions. Popular local companies include Lower Marion School District, Abington-Jefferson Health, Woodbine Entertainment Group, and SEI Wealth Platforms. With a variety of housing options as well, one popular property in Fort Washington is Parkview at Valley Forge. This luxury apartment complex has 2-bedroom apartments available starting at $1,460/month with access to a fitness center, business center, swimming pool and 24-hour maintenance team.

Fort Washington has an unemployment rate of 5.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

Fort Washington has seen the job market increase by 0.4% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 29.8%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Fort Washington
- The Sales Tax Rate for Fort Washington is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Fort Washington is 3.1%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Fort Washington
- The average income of a Fort Washington resident is $55,237 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Fort Washington resident is $133,942 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyFort Washington, PennsylvaniaUnited States
  5.66
  -6.4%-6.2%
  29.8%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  3.1%4.6%
  $63,147$37,638
  $133,942$69,021
  $164,000$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  5.0%6.8%
  8.4%10.0%
  2.6%2.5%
  4.5%11.0%
  0.9%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  1.8%1.9%
  10.4%4.7%
  3.5%1.9%
  8.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.6%4.2%
  17.2%9.3%
  14.8%14.0%
  1.0%2.1%
  8.4%7.0%
  7.2%4.8%
  2.4%4.7%
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Over 18 years ago

Beautiful town. Small. Horse Country. Just outside Philadelphia. High cost of housing- average home price over $400,000. Air quality not that great. Tight knit  More

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