West Reading, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Berks County County
West Reading, PA
At a Glance
How West Reading Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Reading's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Reading a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Reading residents earn a median household income of $61,974 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,106. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,917 business establishments, including 774 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Reading is $159,700 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $247,610. Median rent is $1,159/month, with 35.1% 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
West Reading reports 440 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,532/100K.
Education
33.3% of adults in West Reading hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Reading has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.