Updated 2026 • Population 1,603,797 • 52% Renters • 520 Laundromats
Averaged across mapped laundromat parcels in Philadelphia. Sources: WashBizHub location index, CLEANBI enrichment layer (U.S. Census ACS, Walk Score, parcel-level POI counts).
Renter density and population density are the two strongest CLEANBI signals for laundromat revenue. Both are pulled from the most recent U.S. Census ACS release.
CLEANBI score & $/sqft are sparse for Philadelphia right now — we'll surface them as more listings flow through. Don't fall into a money pit. Run any listing through CLEANBI + the Deal Simulator before you make an offer.
Philadelphia, PA has approximately 520 laundromats serving a population of 1,603,797 residents. With a 52% renter population and median household income of $49,127, Philadelphia presents solid demand for laundromat services. Philadelphia offers some of the best risk-adjusted returns in the Northeast — lower acquisition costs than NYC with strong renter demographics.
Step 1: Score the location — Run the address through CLEANBI Explorer for a 17-factor analysis including demographics, competition, traffic, and revenue projections. Step 2: Analyze the financials — Use the ROI Calculator to model cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and payback period. Step 3: Inspect equipment — Use Equipment Vault to appraise every machine by serial number. Step 4: Check funding — Get matched to SBA, equipment financing, or working capital through our funding partners.
Laundromats for sale in Philadelphia, PA typically list for $150,000-$350,000. Prices vary based on equipment age, location, lease terms, and revenue. Average annual revenue for mid-size stores is $140,000-$280,000.
Philadelphia has a 52% renter population and approximately 520 laundromats serving 1,603,797 residents. Philadelphia offers some of the best risk-adjusted returns in the Northeast — lower acquisition costs than NYC with strong renter demographics.
Key factors for Philadelphia: lease terms (minimum 10 years remaining), equipment age (under 10 years ideal), utility costs (20-28% of revenue target), neighborhood renter density, parking availability, and competitive proximity. Run every location through CLEANBI’s 17-factor analysis before committing capital.
There is currently 1 active for-sale listing in Philadelphia on the WashBizHub marketplace, with an average asking price of $360,000. Set a Deal Alert to be notified when new listings hit your buy box.
We don't have enough CLEANBI-scored listings in Philadelphia yet to publish an average. You can still score any specific address yourself with CLEANBI Explorer in under 60 seconds.
We don't have enough square-footage data on Philadelphia listings to publish a median yet. Use the Valuation Calculator to model any specific deal once you have the listing details.
Run any specific Philadelphia address through CLEANBI Explorer to see competition, demographics, and a 17-factor location score in under 60 seconds.
By Nick Kremers — Founder, WashBizHub. Third-generation laundromat operator. Reviewed by the WashBizHub editorial team.
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