East Brady, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Brady is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,070. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,070 Population 1,321/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $34,181 per capita
$139,700 Home Value $132,211 Zillow
$601 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,700 home value, $601/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $601
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,070
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density1,321/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$34,181
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,700
Rent$601
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,211

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,135 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is East Brady a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Brady receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. East Brady stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Brady is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Brady is $139,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $601 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Brady experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Brady has a population of 1,070 with a density of 1,321 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

1,070
Total Population
1,321
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

East Brady vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Brady vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Brady is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: East Brady vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,181
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in East Brady is $139,700, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $601 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,211.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,700
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,211

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$601
48% 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-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%

Health Metrics: East Brady vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Premature Death9,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities182

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

East Brady has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,321/sq mi
Coordinates40.9819°N, 79.6103°W
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,321/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home9.4%

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