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Bethany, PA

Pennsylvania

Bethany is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 269. Residents earn $95,167 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
269 Population 538/sq mi density
$95,167 Median Income $39,046 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $276,022 Zillow
$746 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,167 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $746/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,167
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,167
Per Capita$39,046
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,022
Housing Units118
Rent Burden14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+21.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries7

Is Bethany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethany receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Bethany stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethany is $95,167, 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 0.9%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethany is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bethany has a population of 269 with a density of 538 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

269
Total Population
538
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethany is $95,167, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bethany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,167
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,046
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethany is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,022.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,022

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
Bethany has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates41.6144°N, 75.2885°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.6%
26% above US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+21.1%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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