Big Beaver, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Big Beaver is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,793. Residents earn $68,841 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,793 Population 101/sq mi density
$68,841 Median Income $36,805 per capita
$186,300 Home Value
$740 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,841 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,300 home value, $740/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,841
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,300
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,793
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,841
Per Capita$36,805
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,300
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,128 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries11

Is Big Beaver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Beaver receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Big Beaver stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Beaver is $68,841, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Beaver is $186,300, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Beaver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Big Beaver has a population of 1,793 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

1,793
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
17.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Beaver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Beaver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Beaver is $68,841, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Big Beaver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,841
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,805
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Beaver is $186,300, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,300
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$28
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio68.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%

Health Metrics: Big Beaver vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Big Beaver has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,128 ft (344 m)
Area17.8 sq mi (46.1 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates40.8226°N, 80.3577°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area17.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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