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Big Run, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Big Run is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 498. Residents earn $54,722 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
498 Population 722/sq mi density
$54,722 Median Income $28,256 per capita
$102,000 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,722 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $860/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,722
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,722
Per Capita$28,256
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units276
Rent Burden20.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries14

Is Big Run a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Run receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Big Run offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Run is $54,722, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Run is $102,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Run experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 63.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Big Run has a population of 498 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

498
Total Population
722
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Run is $54,722, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Big Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,722
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,256
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Run is $102,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.56%
Big Run has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall63.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density722/sq mi
Coordinates40.9707°N, 78.8774°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density722/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home3.7%

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