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Philadelphia, NY
Village in Jefferson County, New York.
Population
821
Land area
1sq mi
People per sq mi
857
ZIP codes
0
Philadelphia and its ZIP codes
Philadelphia at a glance
- Philadelphia is about 2 times as dense as New York as a whole.
- The median household income is $69,732, 19% below the New York median of $85,974.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $160,400 (62% below New York) and median rent is $850 a month.
Local data for Philadelphia, NY
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Philadelphia, NY, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$69,732
Poverty rate
32.5%
Median home value
$160,400
Median rent
$850/mo
Homeownership
48.0%
Bachelor's or higher
22.0%
Median age
25.5
Average commute
24.0 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: Irish Americans (77), German Americans (59), Italian Americans (55).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Jefferson County. PPP loans are for Philadelphia.
Unemployment rate
4.1%
Sep 2026, +0.1 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$57,625
40,563 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$58,150
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$877M
FY 2026, $7,511 per person
How people get to work
Philadelphia, NY, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone78.2%
- Carpooled12.8%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked1.1%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home7.9%
Average one-way commute: 24.0 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Philadelphia, NY, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Top: winter weather
Storm events since 1996
642
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
253
0.6% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
80° / 11°F
44.4 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Philadelphia, NY, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
38.9%
U.S. 33.3% +5.6 pts
Diabetes
9.8%
U.S. 12.1% -2.3 pts
Smoking
15.4%
U.S. 12.8% +2.6 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
6.8%
U.S. 11.1% -4.3 pts
Cities near Philadelphia
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| AntwerpVillage | 5.9 mi | 1 |
| TheresaVillage | 6 mi | 1.3 |
| Evans MillsVillage | 6.9 mi | 0.8 |
| Fort DrumCensus-designated place | 8.4 mi | 14.3 |
| DeferietVillage | 8.4 mi | 0.7 |
| HerringsCensus-designated place | 9.6 mi | 0.2 |
| Great BendCensus-designated place | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Felts MillsCensus-designated place | 10 mi | 0.6 |
| OxbowCensus-designated place | 10 mi | 0.4 |
| CalciumCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 5.6 |
| PlessisCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 0.3 |
| Black RiverVillage | 11 mi | 1.8 |
| RedwoodCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 2 |
| Natural BridgeCensus-designated place | 12 mi | 1.3 |
| CarthageVillage | 13 mi | 2.4 |
| Pamelia CenterCensus-designated place | 13 mi | 1.4 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Philadelphia, NY in?
- Philadelphia is in Jefferson County, New York.
- What is the population of Philadelphia, NY?
- About 821 people live in Philadelphia, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Philadelphia?
- Nearby places include Antwerp (5.9 mi), Theresa (6 mi), Evans Mills (6.9 mi), Fort Drum (8.4 mi), Deferiet (8.4 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023