Sayre, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Bradford County County
Sayre, PA
At a Glance
How Sayre Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sayre's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sayre a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sayre residents earn a median household income of $55,393 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,598. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7% (169% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,525 business establishments, including 116 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sayre is $166,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,017. Median rent is $976/month, with 28.0% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sayre reports 186 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 403/100K.
Education
41.8% of adults in Sayre hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above the national average). 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sayre has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.