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Bensalem, PA


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Bensalem, Pennsylvania

Bensalem, Pennsylvania, in Bucks county, is 16 miles NE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Philadelphia metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Bensalem is home to some 58,434 residents.

The People and Families of Bensalem

In Bensalem, about 52% of adults are married.

The people of Bensalem are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

Impressively, having a college education is normal in Bensalem.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($5,574) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Bensalem. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

High Points

Bensalem strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyBensalem Racial Diversity
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 19%Bensalem College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Bensalem, PA

Comparing Bensalem to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population910
Age of the Population73
Racial Diversity510
Senior Citizens41
Children Under 5 Years Old26
Female Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married67
Average Household Size69

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults59

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing66

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime75
Low Property Crime52

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