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Birmingham, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Birmingham is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 91. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
91 Population 1,517/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $32,437 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
$660 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $660/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.9%
69% higher than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,517/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$32,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden22.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation965 ft (294 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+13.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries8

Is Birmingham a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birmingham is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birmingham is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Birmingham is a highly educated community — 56.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Birmingham 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.

Birmingham has a population of 91 with a density of 1,517 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

91
Total Population
1,517
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birmingham is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Birmingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% 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 Rate6.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Birmingham is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.9%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate6.93%
Birmingham 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

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,517/sq mi
Coordinates40.6472°N, 78.1957°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 56.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 44.0% 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+56.9%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+13.7%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,517/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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