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Long Branch, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Long Branch is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 457. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
457 Population 143/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $36,344 per capita
$135,500 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,500 home value, $725/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population457
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$36,344
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden23.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,151 ft (351 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries72

Is Long Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Branch receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Long Branch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Branch is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Branch is $135,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Branch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Long Branch has a population of 457 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

457
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Long Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Branch is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Long Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,344
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Branch is $135,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,500
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.2%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate6.53%
Long Branch has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,151 ft (351 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates40.0983°N, 79.8801°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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