Upper Merion Township

Welcome to Upper Merion Township

Upper Merion Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 28,395 at the 2010 census. Located 16 miles (26 km) from Philadelphia, it consists of the villages of King of Prussia, Swedeland, Swedesburg, Gulph Mills, and Wayne. The westernmost part of the township is the site of Valley Forge, as well as comprising the largest part of Valley Forge National Historical Park. The township is the home of the King of Prussia Mall as well as the 1,300-acre (5 km2) Valley Forge National Park. King of Prussia is also a major office park hosting firms such as Lockheed Martin and GlaxoSmithKline. The name Merion originates with the county of Merioneth in north Wales. Merioneth is an English-language translation of the Welsh Meirionnydd.

History

The Township's incorporation dates to 1713 when the King of Prussia Inn, the Bird-In-Hand Inn in Gulph Mills, and later the Swedes Ford Inn were required to pay 6 shillings to the Legislature for licenses. The King of Prussia Inn, built in 1719, captures the historical flavor of the township. It was named by a Prussian immigrant in honor of Frederick the Great, but became known during the Revolutionary War as a center of food and drink. An alternate story says the Inn, first called Berry’s Tavern, got its name to lure in Prussian mercenaries who spent freely.

Upper Merion Township is a township of the second class under Pennsylvania state statutes. A five-member Board of Supervisors, elected at large for staggered six-year terms, governs it. The Board passes legislation and sets overall policy for the Township. A professional township manager runs the day-to-day operations overseeing the activities of 250 full and part-time employees.

In the late 1970s, Upper Merion was also listed as the number one drug school in the magazine "High Times".

Hanging Rock and Poplar Lane are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 17.2 square miles (44.7 km²), of which, 16.9 square miles (43.7 km²) of it is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) of it (2.20%) is water.

Township Mission Statement

"To promote community vitality, economic prosperity and cultural harmony, Upper Merion Township will provide services which are responsive to the health, safety and general welfare needs of the community."

"The township government is dedicated to providing these services through the efficient and effective use of the community's available resources in an honest, open and caring manner."

Government and Politics

Upper Merion Township is run by an elected five person Board of Supervisors, each of whom serve staggered six year terms. The current supervisors are Chairperson Greg Waks (D), Vice Chairperson Erika Spott (D), William Jenaway (R), Carole Kenney (D) and Greg Philips (D).

All township meetings are televised by Upper Merion Government Access:

Television (UMGA-TV.)
The Tax Collector is Rose Hykel (R).
The elected Board of Auditors are Van Weiss (R), George Shoffner (R) and Lynn Cosentino (R).
The Supervisors hire a township manager to run the operations of the township. The current township manager is David G. Kraynik.

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Overview for Upper Merion Township, PA

29,388 people live in Upper Merion Township, where the median age is 36.3 and the average individual income is $59,733. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,388

Total Population

36.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,733

Average individual Income

Around Upper Merion Township, PA

There's plenty to do around Upper Merion Township, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

35

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

24

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

38

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including King of Prussia Texaco, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the King of Prussia Texaco page on Yelp Search 540 W Dekalb Pike on Google Maps	Dining	0.37 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Banana Republic page on Yelp Search 438 Mall Blvd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.37 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Gap page on Yelp Search 350 Mall Blvd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.4 miles	3 reviews	3.7/5 stars
Visit the Dekalb Plaza page on Yelp Search 330 W Dekalb Pike on Google Maps	Shopping	0.54 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Birgit Care page on Yelp	Shopping	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the AE77 page on Yelp Search 160 N Gulph Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Marc Jacobs King of Prussia page on Yelp Search 160 N Gulph Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Alexander Q Health and Wellness Coaching page on Yelp	Active	0.38 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Fit Warrior page on Yelp	Active	0.38 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Holiday page on Yelp Search 256 Mall Blvd on Google Maps	Active	0.49 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Holiday American Fitness & Racquet Centers page on Yelp Search 256 Mall Blvd on Google Maps	Active	0.49 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Art of Living - King of Prussia page on Yelp	Active	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the MedicallyFab Beauty and Wellness Medspa page on Yelp Search 198 Allendale Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.23 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Thrive Hair page on Yelp Search 150 Allendale Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.29 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Dvine Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 150 Allendale Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.29 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the United Laser Clinics page on Yelp Search 140 Allendale Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.35 miles	2 reviews	1/5 stars
Visit the Kneipp page on Yelp Search 160 N Gulph Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.4 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Jw Spa Studio page on Yelp Search 680 W Dekalb Pike on Google Maps	Beauty	0.43 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Christian Louboutin page on Yelp Search 250 Mall Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.54 miles	11 reviews	1.9/5 stars
Visit the Universal Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 348 W Dekalb Pike on Google Maps	Beauty	0.54 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Glamorous Glow Up page on Yelp	Beauty	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Zenn Hair Care page on Yelp Search 160 N Gulph Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Kiehl's Since 1851 page on Yelp Search 160 N Gulph Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.6 miles	4 reviews	4.5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Upper Merion Township, PA

Population Households Employment

Upper Merion Township has 13,212 households, with an average household size of 2.21. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Upper Merion Township do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,388 people call Upper Merion Township home. The population density is 2,186 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,388

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.3 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
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13,212

Total Households

2.21

Average Household Size

$59,733

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Upper Merion Township, PA

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The following schools are within or nearby Upper Merion Township. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Featured Properties

For Sale
$5,000,000

499 E ERIE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
- 42,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$4,600,000

239 N BROAD STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
- 4,701 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$2,200,000

1443 LANES END, VILLANOVA, PA 19085
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 6,895 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,300,000

5 E CHESTNUT HILL AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,780 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,000,000

323 HIDDEN RIVER ROAD, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,107 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$809,000

1109 Riverview Ln, Conshohocken, PA 19428
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,645 Sq.Ft.
For Sale

$749,500

41 FAIRVIEW ROAD, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
For Sale

$700,000

3 E CHESTNUT HILL AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118
For Sale
$635,000

111 MERION AVENUE, WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,040 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$625,000

1416 STEEL ROAD, HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,792 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$524,000

156 PENCOYD AVENUE, BALA CYNWYD, PA 19004
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,540 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$500,000

2940 DEVEREAUX AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
- 2,800 Sq.Ft.
For Sale

$499,000

317 MARYWATERSFORD ROAD, BALA CYNWYD, PA 19004
For Sale
$485,000

191 PRESIDENTIAL BOULEVARD Unit: R-505, BALA CYNWYD, PA 19004
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,764 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$465,000

1645 ELLSWORTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
- 1,851 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$449,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 714, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 825 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$425,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 1821, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 837 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$350,000

1600 ARCH STREET Unit: 1108, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 766 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$349,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 2209, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 825 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$300,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 2522, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 867 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$299,000

1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BOULEVARD Unit: 402, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,130 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$295,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 1224, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,086 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$255,000

1919 CHESTNUT STREET Unit: 1016, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 837 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$199,000

1600 HAGYS FORD ROAD Unit: 7-O, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
- 1 Bath
- 560 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$199,000

1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BOULEVARD Unit: 1915, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,060 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$175,000

1001 CITY AVENUE Unit: E-405, WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,222 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$169,000

1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BOULEVARD Unit: 1808, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 750 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$155,000

1901 JOHN F KENNEDY BOULEVARD Unit: 1512, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bath
- 475 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$99,052

118 S 21ST STREET Unit: 1007, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 663 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$95,000

118 S 21ST STREET Unit: 1002, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 521 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$89,000

1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BOULEVARD Unit: 1723, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bath
- 450 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$80,495

118 S 21ST STREET Unit: 911, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 663 Sq.Ft.
For Lease

$4,300/mo

524 S 3RD STREET Unit: 1, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
For Lease
$3,995/mo

234 LOOKOUT PLACE, WAYNE, PA 19087
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,525 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$3,350/mo

1637 OAKWOOD DRIVE Unit: S-122, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,512 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,900/mo

124 HAMLET DRIVE, KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,440 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$2,600/mo

1813 RANSTEAD STREET Unit: 301, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 600 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$1,900/mo

2904 POPLAR STREET Unit: 3, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,000 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$1,895/mo

1600 HAGYS FORD ROAD Unit: 6-E, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
- 1 Bed
- 2 Baths
- 965 Sq.Ft.
For Lease

$12/mo

239 N BROAD STREET Unit: 4TH FLOOR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
For Lease

$10/mo

499 E ERIE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134