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Ambler, Pennsylvania Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Ambler, Pennsylvania is 6,637, with 47.9% male and 52.1% female. The borough has seen steady population growth, known for its historic charm and proximity to Philadelphia.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1856
  • County: Montgomery
  • Land area: 0.8 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 8,296 people per square mile
  • Area codes: 215, 267
  • Zip code: 19002

Geography and Location

Ambler, Pennsylvania is located in Montgomery County, about 16 miles north of Philadelphia. The borough is known for its historic downtown area, featuring preserved buildings, local shops, and restaurants. Ambler offers a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the amenities of nearby Philadelphia, thanks to its proximity to major highways and public transportation, including the SEPTA regional rail. The town’s parks, schools, and vibrant community events make it an attractive place for families and professionals. Its blend of small-town charm and urban convenience has contributed to its steady growth.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.3 years
Median household income: $47,014
Median house value: $129,000

Population by Race

Races in Ambler:

  • White Non-Hispanic (81.9%)
  • Black (12.0%)
  • Hispanic (2.1%)
  • Two or more races (1.4%)
  • Korean (1.1%)
  • Chinese (0.6%)

Ancestries: Italian (28.0%), Irish (22.0%), German (16.7%), English (9.1%), Polish (4.3%), United States (2.8%).

Elevation: 250 feet

Land area: 0.8 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Ambler

  • High school or higher: 81.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 27.6%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 8.1%
  • Unemployed: 4.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 25.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ambler borough

  • Never married: 30.3%
  • Now married: 52.1%
  • Separated: 2.5%
  • Widowed: 6.7%
  • Divorced: 8.4%

6.7% Foreign born (3.9% Europe, 1.3% Asia, 1.1% Latin America).

Population change in the 1990s: -215 (-3.2%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Ambler:

  • HORSHAM CLINIC, INC (722 EAST BUTLER PIKE)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Ambler:

  • NORTHWESTERN INSTITUTE OF PHYCHIATRY (about 2 miles; FORT WASHINGTON, PA)
  • EUGENIA HOSP INC (about 6 miles; LAFAYETTE HILL, PA)
  • CHESTNUT HILL HOSPITAL (about 6 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ambler:

  • PHILADELPHIA INTL (about 20 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA; Abbreviation: PHL)
  • TRENTON MERCER (about 31 miles; TRENTON, NJ; Abbreviation: TTN)
  • LEHIGH VALLEY INTERNATIONAL (about 38 miles; ALLENTOWN, PA; Abbreviation: ABE)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ambler:

  • WINGS FIELD (about 3 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA; Abbreviation: LOM)
  • HORSHAM VALLEY AIRWAYS INC (about 5 miles; HORSHAM, PA; Abbreviation: N48)
  • VALLEY FORGE BICENTENNIAL (about 13 miles; NORRISTOWN, PA; Abbreviation: 0P0)

Amtrak stations near Ambler:

  • 12 miles: ARDMORE (STATION RD. & LANCASTER AVE.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, paid short-term parking, call for car rental service, call for taxi service, public transit connection.
  • 12 miles: NORTH PHILADELPHIA (PHILADELPHIA, 2900 N. BROAD ST.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for taxi service, public transit connection.
  • 15 miles: PHILADELPHIA (30TH & MARKET STS.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, snack bar, ATM, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, car rental agency, taxi stand, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Ambler:

  • AMBLER BEAUTY ACADEMY (Full-time enrollment: 75; Location: 50 E BUTLER PIKE; Private, for-profit; Website: www.ababeauty.com)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ambler:

  • MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 5 miles; BLUE BELL, PA; Full-time enrollment: 5,097)
  • BEAVER COLLEGE (about 6 miles; GLENSIDE, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,016)
  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY-PENN STATE ABINGTON (about 7 miles; ABINGTON, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,598)
  • PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY (about 9 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,714)
  • LA SALLE UNIVERSITY (about 10 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA; Full-time enrollment: 4,176)
  • VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY (about 12 miles; VILLANOVA, PA; Full-time enrollment: 8,547)
  • SAINT JOSEPHS UNIVERSITY (about 12 miles; PHILADELPHIA, PA; Full-time enrollment: 5,115)

Schools

Public high school in Ambler:

  • WISSAHICKON SHS (Students: 1,372; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Ambler:

  • WISSAHICKON MS (Students: 1,138; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • SHADY GROVE EL SCH (Students: 535; Grades: KG – 05)
  • LOWER GWYNEDD EL SCH (Students: 448; Grades: KG – 05)
  • MATTISON AVENUE EL SCH (Students: 172; Grades: KG – 03)
  • LIMEKILN-SIMMONS EL SCH (Students: 160; Grades: KG – KG)

Private primary/middle school in Ambler:

  • TWIN SPRING FARM DAY SCHOOL (Students: 352; Location: 1632 E BUTLER PIKE; Grades: PK – 6)

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