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Bigler, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bigler is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 495. Residents earn $73,114 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
495 Population 409/sq mi density
$73,114 Median Income $27,938 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$907 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,114 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $907/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,114
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population495
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density409/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,114
Per Capita$27,938
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units219
Rent Burden20.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,639 ft (500 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries8

Is Bigler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bigler receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bigler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bigler is $73,114, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bigler is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bigler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bigler has a population of 495 with a density of 409 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%).

Population

495
Total Population
409
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bigler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bigler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bigler is $73,114, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bigler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,114
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,938
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bigler is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
Bigler has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,639 ft (500 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density409/sq mi
Coordinates40.9875°N, 78.3093°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density409/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%

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