Median Income
$43,472
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$701
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Readsboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population299
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$43,472
Per Capita$36,551
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,098M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$701
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,597
Rent Burden26.1%
Health
Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation1,846 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+84.4%
School Score6.02
Community
2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Libraries18
Is Readsboro a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Readsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Readsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Readsboro is $43,472, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Readsboro is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $701 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Readsboro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Readsboro has a population of 299 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Readsboro vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Readsboro vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Readsboro is $43,472, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Readsboro vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,472 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,257 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,493 |
| County GDP | $3,098M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 218 |
| Healthcare | 164 |
| Retail | 221 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,612 |
| 146% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Readsboro is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $701 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,597.
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,400 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $243,597 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $701 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,124 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,203 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,487 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,922 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,111 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,612 |
| 146% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.37% |
In Readsboro, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Readsboro vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.0% |
| Depression | 32.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,005/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
Crime Rates: Readsboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Readsboro has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.2 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,846 ft (563 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 243/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7656°N, 72.9521°W |
| County FIPS | 50025 |