Bradford County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026
Bradford County, Pennsylvania has a population of 59,971, the 41st most populous county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $62,482 and the median home value is $182,300. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Bradford County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 43 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Bradford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sayre borough | 5,444 | $55,393 | 11.3% | $166,000 |
| Athens borough | 3,260 | $49,588 | 15.6% | $166,800 |
| Towanda borough | 2,796 | $57,185 | 9.8% | $166,100 |
| Canton borough | 1,717 | $41,629 | 23.9% | $120,900 |
| Troy borough | 1,373 | $49,583 | 21.1% | $148,600 |
| South Waverly borough | 1,125 | $83,750 | 8.5% | $158,200 |
| Wyalusing borough | 651 | $44,091 | 12.1% | $133,300 |
| Monroe borough | 562 | $57,250 | 9.4% | $175,000 |
| Rome borough | 459 | $59,286 | 19.2% | $147,500 |
| New Albany borough | 318 | $72,750 | 15.9% | $112,500 |
| LeRaysville borough | 288 | $80,917 | 2.8% | $200,600 |
| Sylvania borough | 243 | $58,125 | 23.9% | $139,400 |
| Burlington borough | 151 | $43,250 | 7.3% | $171,900 |
| Alba borough | 130 | $52,083 | 6.9% | $93,300 |
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Population Overview
Bradford County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 59,971. It is the 41st most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 14 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bradford County is 43.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bradford County is $62,482. This is 18% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $182,300. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Bradford County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bradford County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bradford County, Pennsylvania?
Bradford County has a population of 59,971, making it the 41st most populous county in Pennsylvania.
What is the median income in Bradford County?
The median household income in Bradford County is $62,482 with a poverty rate of 13.5%.
How many cities are in Bradford County, Pennsylvania?
Bradford County contains 14 Census-designated places.