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Sunbrook, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Sunbrook is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 389. Residents earn $69,618 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
389 Population 1,179/sq mi density
$69,618 Median Income $47,935 per capita
$198,700 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,618 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,700 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,618
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population389
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density1,179/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,618
Per Capita$47,935
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units113
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+19.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries8

Is Sunbrook a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunbrook is $69,618, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunbrook is $198,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sunbrook has a population of 389 with a density of 1,179 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

389
Total Population
1,179
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunbrook is $69,618, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sunbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,618
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,935
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunbrook is $198,700, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,700
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
Sunbrook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,179/sq mi
Coordinates40.4339°N, 78.4324°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Sunbrook is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+19.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,179/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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