Median Income
$65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$47,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Reading Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population195
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density929/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$31,870
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$417M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$47,700
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,701
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries5
Is Reading a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Reading receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Reading offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Reading is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Reading is $47,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.6% 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 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Reading experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Reading has a population of 195 with a density of 929 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 5.1% Hispanic.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Reading is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,938 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,870 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $746 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,496 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
| County GDP | $417M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Reading is $47,700, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,701.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,700 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $274,701 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.21% |
In Reading, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Reading vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,634/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Reading vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Reading has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.9 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,092 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5191°N, 95.9574°W |
| County FIPS | 20139 |