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WJYN 98.5 FM is a community-sponsored radio station under the ownership of the Uptown Entertainment and Development Corporation (UEDC), a non-profit organization. Our goal is to develop, produce and sustain quality programming with an emphasis on Philadelphia residents making connections with each other and our national media networks and partnerships.
OUR FM AUDIENCE & REACH
- Approximately 312,900 people reside within immediate coverage area
Average Household Size: Around 3 individuals per household.
Households with Children: 30% of households have children.
Residential Stability: 42% of residents have lived in the area for more than 5 years, with an average residency duration of 5 years.
Universities: Temple University, Drexel University, UPenn
Age Distribution:
- Median Age: Approximately 34 years.
- Age Breakdown:
- Under 18: 20%
- 18-34: 30%
- 35-49: 25%
- 50 and above: 25%
Ethnic Composition:
- African American: 45%
- Caucasian: 35%
- Hispanic or Latino: 15%
- Asian: 5%
Income Levels:
- Median Household Income: Approximately $45,000.
- Income Distribution:
- Below $25,000: 25%
- $25,000 – $50,000: 30%
- $50,000 – $75,000: 20%
- Above $75,000: 25%
Education Levels:
- High School Diploma or Less: 40%
- Some College or Associate Degree: 30%
- Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 30%
WJYN 98.5 FM Uptown Radio programming is geared to educate and inspire social change throughout all Philadelphia, PA communities., with an emphasis on North Central Philadelphia and it’s stories. Programming is designed to offer opportunities to produce and host shows by artists, activists, scholars, returning citizens, youth, and other social groups.
Broadcast content created to share and discuss stories of Philadelphia, its diverse communities, talents and businesses, as well as international stories of life and current events top with great new, old, popular and Independent music.
Uptown Radio is a platform for communities worldwide to have a voice on FM Radio via our ever growing internet radio and steaming reach.
Philadelphia Broadcast Media Advertising Considerations:
Philadelphia 7th largest city un U.S., A Major U.S. consumer market
Media Consumption Trends: AM/FM radio ratings have recently exceeded local TV ratings among the 18-49 demographic, indicating a shift in media consumption preferences. Advice | Advertise in Philadelphia
Audience Reach: Philadelphia radio reaches approximately 3.7 million adults weekly, surpassing local TV and cable viewership. Advice | Advertise in Philadelphia
Listener Demographics: Adults aged 18-49 are the most active radio listeners, with a monthly reach of 132.4 million nationwide, representing 98% of the population in this age group. Nielsen
OUR ONLINE AUDIENCE
24 hrs a day /7 days a week broadcast accessible WORLDWIDE via our station all major platforms
We are happy to set up a call with our staff and the host show that best suites your target audience and communities. Please submit the form below and someone will get back to you ASAP
Études is not confined to the past—we are passionate about the cutting edge designs shaping our world today. -Linda Richardson
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