Median Income
$62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,500
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.8%
3% higher than US avg
How Bradford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,615
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density1,946/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$29,643
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,500
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,496
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation994 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Bradford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bradford receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Bradford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bradford is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bradford is $125,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bradford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bradford has a population of 1,615 with a density of 1,946 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Bradford is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,250 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,643 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,246 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,354 |
| County GDP | $3,389M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 85 |
| Retail | 170 |
| Manufacturing | 64 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
The median home value in Bradford is $125,500, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,496.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,500 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,496 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $856 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.95% |
In Bradford, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bradford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,154/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 85 |
Crime Rates: Bradford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Bradford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.7 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,946/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1301°N, 84.4269°W |
| County FIPS | 39037 |