Bressler, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bressler is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,129. Residents earn $73,525 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,129 Population 6,653/sq mi density
$73,525 Median Income $28,548 per capita
$162,300 Home Value
$1,121 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,525 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,300 home value, $1,121/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,525
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,300
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,121
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,129
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density6,653/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,525
Per Capita$28,548
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,300
Rent$1,121
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation516 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute17 min
Libraries10

Is Bressler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bressler receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bressler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bressler is $73,525, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% 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 Bressler is $162,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,121 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bressler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bressler has a population of 2,129 with a density of 6,653 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.8%), with 9.5% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

2,129
Total Population
6,653
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bressler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.3%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.7%
174% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bressler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bressler is $73,525, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bressler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,525
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bressler is $162,300, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,121 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,300
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,121
4% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Bressler has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density6,653/sq mi
Coordinates40.2319°N, 76.8190°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density6,653/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home19.0%

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