Bath, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bath is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,829. Residents earn $73,681 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,829 Population 3,143/sq mi density
$73,681 Median Income $32,835 per capita
$228,500 Home Value $364,284 Zillow
$1,173 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,681 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$228,500 home value, $1,173/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,681
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $228,500
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,173
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,829
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density3,143/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,681
Per Capita$32,835
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,500
Rent$1,173
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$364,284

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation566 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute27 min
Libraries10

Is Bath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bath receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Bath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bath is $73,681, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bath is $228,500, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,173 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bath experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 33.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bath has a population of 2,829 with a density of 3,143 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 11.2% Black.

Population

2,829
Total Population
3,143
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bath is $73,681, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,681
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bath is $228,500, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,173 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,284.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,500
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$364,284
Median List Price$169,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,900
$/Sq Ft$199
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio101.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,173
1% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Bath has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall33.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation566 ft (173 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density3,143/sq mi
Coordinates40.7292°N, 75.3906°W
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,143/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home9.4%

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