Great Bend, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Susquehanna County County
Great Bend, PA
At a Glance
How Great Bend Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Great Bend's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Great Bend a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Great Bend residents earn a median household income of $45,750 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,586. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 990 business establishments, including 81 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Great Bend is $148,400 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $203,868. Median rent is $748/month, with 24.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Great Bend reports 56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 223/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Great Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Great Bend has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.