Demographics

With a population of 6.5 million people and counting, Greater Philadelphia is one of the largest, most diverse regions in America. Greater Philadelphia doesn’t just span 11-counties across three states — it encompasses a multitude of communities and neighborhoods, each with its own story and vibrant culture. Our workforce is highly educated and boldly entrepreneurial. People of all backgrounds — and from every part of the world — are drawn to our welcoming atmosphere to pursue their career and life ambitions. All of this adds up to an incredibly innovative and motivated population in Greater Philadelphia.

As part of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, Select Greater Philadelphia (Select) is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our business community.

Top: Residents and visitors crossing the intersection at 13th and Locust Streets in the city’s Gayborhood pass over rainbow-colored crosswalks — one more indication that the city is a welcoming place for the LGBTQIA+ community. Photo by M. Fischetti for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®. Below slideshow images courtesy of, in part: Karan Sethiya for Campus Philly; University of Pennsylvania Flickr; Villanova University; R. Kennedy for GPTMC; Elevated Angles for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®; and J. Fusco for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®.