Browntown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Browntown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,660. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,660 Population 3,609/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $29,946 per capita
$122,500 Home Value
$966 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,500 home value, $966/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $966
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,660
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density3,609/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$29,946
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,500
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation689 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute26 min
Libraries10

Is Browntown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browntown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Browntown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browntown is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browntown is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Browntown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Browntown has a population of 1,660 with a density of 3,609 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

1,660
Total Population
3,609
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Browntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Browntown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browntown is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Browntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,946
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Browntown is $122,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$966
17% 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-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate5.35%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Browntown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,609/sq mi
Coordinates41.3139°N, 75.7827°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,609/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home19.4%

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