Foster Brook, PA

Pennsylvania

Foster Brook is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,019. Residents earn $69,659 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,019 Population 323/sq mi density
$69,659 Median Income $47,947 per capita
$109,100 Home Value
$709 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$69,659 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,100 home value, $709/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,659
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $709
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,019
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,659
Per Capita$47,947
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$2,212M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,100
Rent$709
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation1,892 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries5

Is Foster Brook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foster Brook receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Foster Brook stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foster Brook is $69,659, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foster Brook is $109,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Foster Brook has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Foster Brook has a population of 1,019 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

1,019
Total Population
323
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Foster Brook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foster Brook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foster Brook is $69,659, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Foster Brook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,659
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,947
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$56,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,061
County GDP$2,212M

Business (County)

Restaurants97
Healthcare129
Retail149
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,644
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Foster Brook is $109,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $709 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,100
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$709
39% 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-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,644
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%

Health Metrics: Foster Brook vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death9,782/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.0%
Healthcare Facilities129

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Foster Brook has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,892 ft (577 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density323/sq mi
Coordinates41.9834°N, 78.6024°W
County FIPS42083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.2-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 47.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density323/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities129
Restaurants97
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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