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Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

Introduction to Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery county, is 15 miles NW of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As of the 2000 census, 6,395 people lived in Blue Bell.

Blue Bell History

This region was once known as "Pigeontown" because of the large gatherings of passenger pigeons in the area. In 1840, the community was renamed "Blue Bell" after the historically significant Blue Bell Inn. The town is known for its major business parks, large executive-style mansions, and community shopping facilities. Money magazine's July 2005 edition placed Blue Bell at the 14th position among the "100 Best Places to Live in the United States". It is now a census-designated place in the Township of Whitpain in Montgomery County.

Blue Bell and Nearby Attractions

  • National Museum of American Jewish History
  • Mennonite Heritage Center
  • Valley Forge National Historical Park
  • Elmwood Park Zoo
  • Bulls Island Natural Area
  • Adventure Aquarium

Things To Do In Blue Bell

Blue Bell is close to a number of historic sites and museums. Artifacts depicting the historical and cultural heritage of the region can be viewed at the National Museum of American Jewish History, Afro-American Historical and Cultural Museum, Mennonite Heritage Center, James A. Michener Art Museum, Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Valley Forge Historical Society Museum. Some places of historic interest near Blue Bell are Brandywine Battlefield, Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Hope Lodge, and Oscar Hammerstein II Farm. Independence National Historical Park, which includes the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, is another popular destination in the area. Opportunities to play golf are available at the Meadowlands Country Club. Visitors can also enjoy swimming, fishing, biking, boating, horseback riding, and picnicking at the Nockamixon State Park, Ralph Stover State Park, Neshaminy State Park, and Ridley Creek State Park.

Blue Bell Transportation

The closest major airport is Philadelphia International Airport.

Blue Bell Higher Education

Blue Bell is home to a campus of the Montgomery County Community College. Chestnut Hill College, and Gwynedd-Mercy College are located nearby.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyBlue Bell Well-Paid Single Men
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyBlue Bell People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyBlue Bell Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyBlue Bell Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyBlue Bell College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyBlue Bell Low Rate of Poverty
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%Blue Bell Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Blue Bell Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Blue Bell, PA

Comparing Blue Bell 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
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Age of the Population109
Senior Citizens85
Male Share of the Population68
Racial Diversity69
Female Share of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old36

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married910
Average Household Size79

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
College Educated Adults1010
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better910

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use99
Short Commute Times32
Walking and Biking to Work24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
People Living Alone42
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals44
Affordability of Property Taxes21
Affordability of Rents11
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