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Bloomsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Columbia County

Bloomsburg is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 12,906. Residents earn $49,096 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,906 Population 2,967/sq mi density
$49,096 Median Income $23,019 per capita
$186,100 Home Value $248,140 Zillow
$937 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
262 Violent Crime/100K 1,050 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,096 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$186,100 home value, $937/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
262 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,096
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,100
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 262/100K
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $937
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12,906
Median Age24.4 yrs
Density2,967/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,096
Per Capita$23,019
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,100
Rent$937
Ownership37.0%
Zillow$248,140
Housing Units4,971
Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

F
Violent262/100K
Property1,050/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation527 ft (161 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+18.3%
School Score6.46

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.6%
EV Stations11
Libraries4

Is Bloomsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bloomsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomsburg is $49,096, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomsburg is $186,100, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bloomsburg is below the national average at 262 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,050 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bloomsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°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 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bloomsburg has a population of 12,906 with a density of 2,967 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 4.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 3.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,906
Total Population
2,967
People / sq mi
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomsburg is $49,096, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,019 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $972, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,571 business establishments, including 170 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Bloomsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,096
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,019
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596
Gini Index0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomsburg is $186,100, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,140, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $937 (19% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 37.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,971 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. The average annual property tax is $4,387 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,100
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,140
Median List Price$218,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$218,000
$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops5.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$937
19% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,051
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership37.0%
Owner-Occupied37.0%
Renter-Occupied63.0%
Housing Units4,971
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Bloomsburg, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,753. The dentist ratio is 1:2,094. 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
4.3
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
4.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
77.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.1
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
196.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Bloomsburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer5.9%
Kidney Disease4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Primary Care1:1,753
Dentists1:2,094
Mental Health1:1,190
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death8,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities191
Bloomsburg has a violent crime rate of 262 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,050 per 100,000, 46% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bloomsburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent262.5/100K
31% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,049.9/100K
46% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents860
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bloomsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 46.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 527 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation527 ft (161 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,967/sq mi
Coordinates41.0027°N, 76.4566°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbia County County
Nearest AirportHazleton Regional (HZL)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 46.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score62.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.0 / 100
Community Resilience88.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 147 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 83 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 84 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 148 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 110 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 122 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 111 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 97 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 115 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 148 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 85 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 147 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 126 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 82 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 65 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 110 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 101 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 131 km
Apr 10, 2024 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 150 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1985 Gloria Category 2 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

287 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 11 fatalities, 167 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 81 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 77 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 75 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 61 km 6
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 78 km 0
Jul 29, 1976 EF3 72 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 68 km 1
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 94 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 21 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 85 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 82 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 58 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 64 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 61 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 73 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 67 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 33 km 0
Nov 8, 1996 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 17, 1992 EF2 67 km 0
Jul 15, 1992 EF2 41 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PENOBSCOT (2,091 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 55 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 55 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 96 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 70 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 67 km
2006 OKOME ROAD 573 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in

Bloomsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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Bloomsburg is located in Columbia County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 33.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 18.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.1% of the vote, a 31-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 191 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents860
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+18.3%
School Test Score6.46
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,967/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountyColumbia County County

Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Avg Download Speed177.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations14
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home12.3%
Average costs for common services in Bloomsburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Columbia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,821 74 $65,243 1.91
Retail Trade 3,220 228 $32,102 1.32
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,847 212 $51,146 0.81
Accommodation & Food Services 2,514 166 $19,369 1.13
Transportation & Warehousing 2,353 55 $51,129 2.28
Management of Companies 1,202 24 $71,531 2.92
Construction 918 131 $67,610 0.72
Professional & Technical Services 883 83 $59,963 0.52
Other Services 757 143 $31,194 1.03
Finance & Insurance 512 74 $67,186 0.52
Administrative & Waste Services 476 70 $39,412 0.33
Wholesale Trade 469 46 $44,880 0.49
Information & Technology 263 14 $54,128 0.58
Utilities 255 6 $101,352 2.75
Arts & Entertainment 222 22 $18,238 0.54
Real Estate 160 42 $46,375 0.42
Educational Services 152 12 $52,300 0.30

Colleges & Universities in Bloomsburg

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Public · Graduate 15,299 94.8% $11,046 $22,870

Hospitals in Bloomsburg

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
GEISINGER-BLOOMSBURG HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (570) 387-2100

Schools in Bloomsburg

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Columbia El Sch Elementary 699 52 13.4:1
Central Columbia MS Middle 612 36 17.0:1
Central Columbia SHS High 597 45 13.3:1
Memorial El Sch Elementary 432 37 11.7:1
Bloomsburg Area HS High 428 27 15.9:1
Bloomsburg Area MS Middle 354 26 13.6:1
W W Evans Memorial El Sch Elementary 220 15 14.7:1
Beaver-Main El Sch Elementary 99 8 12.4:1
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Radio Stations near Bloomsburg

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WFNGR696.com alternative rock, punk MP3 128 kbps
WJTL christian contemporary MP3
97.9x WBSX-FM rock MP3 80 kbps

National Parks Near Bloomsburg

43 national parks and monuments found near Bloomsburg.

ParkTypeFee
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
Hills Creek State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Leonard Harrison State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Little Pine State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Marsh Creek State Park State Park Free
McCalls Dam State Park State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Milton State Park State Park Free
Mount Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Poe Paddy State Park State Park Free
Ravensburg State Park State Park Free
Raymond B. Winter State Park State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Sand Bridge State Park State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Upper Pine Bottom State Park State Park Free
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bloomsburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM5703899206$143,091
LOWER ANTHRACITE MODEL RAILROAD CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM5706442248$117,689
BERWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707598020$76,647
COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION225 MARKET STREET5707841600$18,165
COLUMBIA COUNTY COVERED BRIDGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$11,122
ASHLAND AREA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION515 CENTRE ST5708752632
CATAWISSA RAILROAD COMPANYGENERAL MUSEUM5703562345
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRACKVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708743219
HAAS GALLREY OF ARTART MUSEUM5703894646
MONTOUR COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MONTOUR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 BLOOM STREET5702710830
NORTH CENTRE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707521121
ROARING CREEK AND CATAWISSA VALLEY HISTORICAL STUDY GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Bloomsburg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCBRIDE MEMORIAL LIBRARY500 MARKET STREET0.0125,200
SHAMOKIN & COAL TWP PUB LIB210 EAST INDEPENDENCE ST0.081,704
THOMAS BEAVER FREE LIBRARY205 FERRY STREET0.074,395
BLOOMSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY225 MARKET ST0.070,949
MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY30 SOUTH OAK ST0.058,061
FRACKVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY56 NORTH LEHIGH AVENUE0.022,121
COLUMBIA COUNTY TRAVELING LIBRARY AUTHORITY702 SAWMILL ROAD, SUITE 1010.015,130
ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1229 CENTRE ST0.09,862
RINGTOWN AREA LIBRARY132 W. MAIN STREET0.05,629
RALPHO TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY206 S. MARKET ST. SUITE 60.03,900

Farmers Markets in Bloomsburg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bloomsburg Farmers MarketMarket Street at Main Street05/28/2016 to 10/29/2016Tue: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Forks Farm Market 299 Covered Bridge RoadVisit

Restaurants in Bloomsburg

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Bloom'n Thai
Capitol Bar and Grill
Chinatown Restaurant
Fuji Sushi Bar
House Of Naan
New Bloomsburg Diner
Original Italian Pizza
Pho Vet
That's Amore
Unida Pizza
West End Ale Haus

Cafes in Bloomsburg

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bloomin' Bagels II
Brewskis Coffee & Bar
Cats in Bloom
Ding Tea
Starbucks

Theatres in Bloomsburg

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble
Gross Auditorium

Dentists in Bloomsburg

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joseph J Yatko DMD
Willard H. Kile Jr., DMD

Bus Stations in Bloomsburg

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Campus Loop Shuttle Station

Gas Stations in Bloomsburg

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phillips 66
Sunoco
Weis Gas N' Go

Banks in Bloomsburg

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Columbia Bank
MC Federal Credit Union
PNC Bank
Service 1st Federal Credit Union

Gyms in Bloomsburg

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bloomsburg YMCA
US #42931237

Breweries in Bloomsburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
2nd St PubBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Bar (219 N 2nd St5702766567
Berwick Brewing CompanyBrewery and Beer Garden328 W
Jack Kehoes Hibernian HouseBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge R21 Beech St5702766246
Marley's Brewery and GrillBreweryRt 11Visit
Mattucci'sCocktail Lounges, food and drink, Cafes, Caterers, Pennsylvania (pa), Restaurants, Breweries & Brew 451 W 4th St5703392310Visit
Old Forge Brewing Cointerior, Restaurants, Pubs, wholesale, Breweries, supply, non durable goods298 Mill St5702754575
Old Forge Brewing CompanyBrewery and Bar282 Mill St5702758151Visit
Our Lads Beer & Soda DistrWholesale Foods, Wholesale Beer, Breweries240 E Centre St570-875-0440
Paxinos Beer ShoppeBeer & Beverages, Paxinos, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Wholesale Beer, Paxinos Beer Ale and Non-alcoh533 Badmans Hill Rd5706488080Visit
Turkey Hill Brewing Co.Brewery, Restaurant, and Pub991 Central Rd5703878422Visit

Nursing Homes in Bloomsburg

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GEISINGER-BLOOMSBURG HEALTH CARE CENTER
211 EAST FIRST STREET
Non profit - Corporation 149 128 3/5 3/5 5/5 5707845930
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF BLOOMSBURG REHAB & WELLNES
3298 RIDGE ROAD
For profit - Corporation 66 54 2/5 3/5 5/5 5707846688

Pharmacies in Bloomsburg

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 1590 823 NEW BERWICK HIGHWAY 570-784-8061
GIANT 1000 SCOTT TOWN CENTER 570-389-9909
MEDICINE SHOPPE 1000 SOUTH MARKET STREET 570-784-9582
RITE AID - 11038 2411 COLUMBIA BOULEVARD 570-387-1900
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1794 100 LUNGER DRIVE 570-389-5755
WEIS MARKETS 725 COLUMBIA BOULEVARD 570-387-6264

Daycare Centers in Bloomsburg

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
BLOOMSBURG AREA YMCA DAY CARE CENTER
30 E 7TH ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 784-0188 OPEN
BLOOMSBURG CHILDRENS CENTER I
215 E 5TH ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 784-8618 OPEN
TOWN PARK VILLAGE
1310 FERRY RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 784-0390 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Bloomsburg

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Ruby Tuesday - Tesla Supercharger11 Ricky Ave.Tesla8TESLApublic
Sheetz 213 Bloomsburg PA2511 New Berwick HwyElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Alexander Family Buick GMC399 Central RdEV Connect1J1772COMBOpublic
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Bloomsburg - Tesla Destination1065 Alliance Park DrTesla Destination6J1772 TESLApublic
Scott Town Center1000 Scott Town CenterVolta2J1772public
The Inn at Turkey Hill and Brewing Co. - Tesla Destination991 Central RdTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Bloomsburg

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
BUCK HILL RD (2681)LTOWER123
1 MI N RT 118 E OF WINSTON RD.TOWER98
240 Rod and Gun Club Road ( 104442 )LTOWER78
226 Snyder Road (104516)LTOWER78
ATOP KNOB MOUNTAIN 1.4 MILES SE OFTOWER61
ATOP KNOB MOUNTAIN 1.4 MILES SE OFTOWER61
MIFFLINVILLE ROAD (2183)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in Bloomsburg

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Beaver Township Volunteer Fire Company102 Mountain Shadow LNVolunteer570-784-4852
Bloomsburg Fire Department, Inc.911 Market STVolunteer570-784-1951
Buckhorn Community Volunteer Fire Company #119 Firehall RDVolunteer570-387-1119
Espy Fire Company 1300 Tenny STVolunteer570-784-1357
Fernville Volunteer Fire Company138 Drinker STVolunteer570-387-1977
Main Township Volunteer Fire Company2234 Firehall LNVolunteer570-784-9888
Montour Township Fire Department195 Rupert DRVolunteer570-387-8989

Bridges in Bloomsburg

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19871,3466,294G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1939202520G

Correctional Facilities in Bloomsburg

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
COLUMBIA COUNTY PRISON721 IRON STCOUNTY194247OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Bloomsburg

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MONTOUR STEAM ELECTRIC STATION18 MCMICHAEL ROADMONTOUR

Airports Near Bloomsburg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)RDGMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
Williamsport Regional AirportIPTMedium Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Benton AirportSmall Airport
Bert's AirportSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Bradford County AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Chambers AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Dwight's Delight AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Mere Field AirportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fauser UltralightportSmall Airport
Finkhaven AirportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Fox Hollow AirportSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Gusler AirportSmall Airport
Hackenburg-Penny Hill AirportSmall Airport
Harman AirportSmall Airport
Haunstein UltralightportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport
Hi Line Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Hillview AirportSmall Airport
Hinaman Acres AirportSmall Airport
Horst AirportSmall Airport
Hurst AirportSmall Airport
J F T AirportSmall Airport
Jake Arner Memorial AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bloomsburg

15 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ashland Police Department1501 Walnut Street
Benton Borough Police Department
Bloomsburg University Police400 East 2nd Street
Butler Township Police Department211 Broad Street
Catawissa Police Station118 North 3rd Street
Coal Township Police Department
Danville Borough Police Department210 Iron Street
Frackville Police Department42 South Center Street
Girardville Police
Kulpmont Borough Police Department9 North 8th Street
Mount Carmel Borough Police Department
Mount Carmel Township Police Department
Nescopeck Police
Riverside Police Department415 Dewart Street
Shamokin Police Department511 North Franklin Street

Grocery Stores in Bloomsburg

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS PHARMACY 1590Other823 Columbia Blvd
D-martConvenience Store510 W Main St
Dollar General 4354Other6 E Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 6176Other1000 Market St
Fuel OnConvenience Store711 Market St
Quickies ConvenienceConvenience Store17 Millville Rd
Uni MartConvenience Store417 Lightstreet Rd
Unity Food Mart 94062Convenience Store301 E 7th St
Weis Markets 192Supermarket725 Columbia Blvd

Treatment Centers in Bloomsburg

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads Counseling - Bloomsburg OfficeSubstance Abuse570-389-1249
Genesis House IncSubstance Abuse570-784-4073
Visualize Change LLCSubstance Abuse570-875-3333

DOL Wage Violations in Bloomsburg

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $234,117 in back wages owed to 264 employees.

13
Violations
$234,117
Back Wages Owed
264
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
In Care LLC. 17815 1 $95,680 $95,680 1
Metropolitan Trucking 17815 2 $82,305 $4,115 20
Steve Shannon Tire & Auto Centers 17815 1 $14,064 $124 113
Towne Marine 17815 1 $10,193 $2,548 4
HELLER'S GAS [OSHA] 17815 1 $7,828 $373 21
Morris Family Restaurant 17815 1 $6,888 $141 49
Family Care Home Health Agency 17815 1 $5,974 $2,987 2
West End Ale Haus 17815 1 $5,679 $284 20
Vreeland's Harley-Davidson, Inc. 17815 1 $2,560 $256 10
JDK Management Company 17815 1 $1,464 $86 17
Keystone Care First Home Health Care Agency 17815 1 $1,398 $1,398 1
Filet 18 17815 1 $47 $47 1
Dave Evans Disposal 17815 3 $38 $8 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bloomsburg

26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BLOOMSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE260 E 7TH ST
BLOOMSBURG COMMUNITY CHURCH135 E 12TH ST
BUCKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH94 SCHOOLHOUSE RD
CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF COLUMBIA-MONTOUR COUNTIES INC2325 OLD BERWICK RD
CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHAPEL1142 RIDGE RD
CONGREGATION BETH-ISRAEL OF BLOOMSBURG226 E 5TH ST
EAST PA CHRISTIAN SERVICE ASSEMBLY155 CAMP RD
FIRST ENGLISH BAPTIST CHURCH700 MILLVILLE RD
FOUNDATION FOR THE UNITED FIRST METHODIST CHURCH OF MUNCY1199 LIGHTSTREET RD
GLAD TIDINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD706 CENTRAL RD
GOOD SHEPHERD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH101 E 5TH ST
J CARL TAYLOR TR U W1199 LIGHTSTREET RD
LIME RIDGE NEW HOPE FOUNDATION6405 4TH ST
MOUNTAIN GROVE LUTHERAN PARISH1558 ROCK GLEN RD
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH1388 STATE ROUTE 487
O EVANS & LANELLA H SHIPMAN MEMORIAL TR 0078711199 LIGHTSTREET RD
ROBERT G TAYLOR TR UW FBO GOOD SHEPERD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH1199 LIGHTSTREET RD
SHILOH BIBLE CHURCH123 CHURCH ST
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH2575 OLD BERWICK RD
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH123 MARKET ST
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH114 BEAVER VALLEY RD
SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY REVIVAL CENTER CHURCH1338 REAR OLD BERWICK RD
SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY TRES DIAS INCPO BOX 145
THE PROTESTANT CAMPUS MINISTRY AT BLOOMSBURG400 E 2ND ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH1558 ROCK GLEN RD
WESLEYAN CHURCH CORP1700 MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bloomsburg

What is the population of Bloomsburg?

Bloomsburg has a population of 12,906 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 2,967 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Bloomsburg expensive to live in?

Bloomsburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $49,096, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,100 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bloomsburg safe?

Bloomsburg is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 262 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,050 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bloomsburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bloomsburg?

Bloomsburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches, with 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Bloomsburg?

Bloomsburg has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $972. There are 1,571 business establishments in the area, including 170 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bloomsburg?

The median home value in Bloomsburg is $186,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,140. For renters, the median monthly rent is $937. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 37.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,387.

How are the schools in Bloomsburg?

Schools in Bloomsburg score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.1% of adults in Bloomsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 18.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bloomsburg?

The obesity rate in Bloomsburg is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,753.

What is transportation like in Bloomsburg?

The average commute in Bloomsburg is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bloomsburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bloomsburg is 88.2% White, 4.5% Black or African American. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

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