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Brandonville, PA

Pennsylvania

Brandonville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 203.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
203 Population 145/sq mi density
$156,000 Home Value
$632 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $156,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,572
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$156,000
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries14

Is Brandonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandonville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Brandonville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brandonville is $156,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Brandonville has a population of 203 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

203
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.5%
Female 36.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brandonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brandonville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Brandonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,572
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Brandonville is $156,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,000
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
Brandonville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates40.8601°N, 76.1689°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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