Bainbridge, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bainbridge is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,357. Residents earn $95,368 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,357 Population 762/sq mi density
$95,368 Median Income $38,845 per capita
$222,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,368 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,368
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,700
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

How Bainbridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,357
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density762/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,368
Per Capita$38,845
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation371 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Libraries17

Is Bainbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bainbridge receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bainbridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bainbridge is $95,368, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bainbridge is $222,700, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bainbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bainbridge has a population of 1,357 with a density of 762 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

1,357
Total Population
762
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bainbridge is $95,368, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bainbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,368
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bainbridge is $222,700, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,700
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%

Health Metrics: Bainbridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

Crime Rates: Bainbridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Bainbridge has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density762/sq mi
Coordinates40.0898°N, 76.6551°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density762/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home12.9%

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