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Horsham, PA Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Total Utilities$305/mo

1BR Rent$1200/mo

Sales Tax7.5%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score6/10

Median Home$320,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

PECO Energy Company

🔥 Gas

$50/mo

PGW (Philadelphia Gas Works)

💧 Water

$45/mo

Aqua Pennsylvania

🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management

📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2100/mo
Median Home Price	$320,000
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1000

The housing market in Horsham is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen slightly over the past year due to low inventory.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	7.5%
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat state income tax rate of 3.07%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

6/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+3% (growing)

Political Climate

Purple

Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in healthcare, education, and retail.

Top Local Concerns

Traffic congestion, property taxes, school funding

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but sidewalks and parks are stroller-friendly.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

🎯
Horsham Township Library
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Deep Meadow Park
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Graeme Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Hallowell and Horsham Township are popular for families due to their excellent schools and community amenities.

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Residents must obtain permits for home renovations and adhere to strict zoning laws.

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📊 Horsham — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income

$85,767

👤 Median Age

36.1

🏠 Homeownership Rate

66.5%

🔑 Renter Rate

33.5%

📉 Poverty Rate

3.8%

💼 Unemployment Rate

3.2%

📡 Internet Access

94.7%

🎓 College Educated

38.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs peak in winter due to heating needs and in summer due to air conditioning usage. Spring and fall typically see lower utility bills.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by township, with Horsham Township at 1.2%. No local surtaxes specific to Horsham county.