East Brady, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Brady, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,041, the 980th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
East Brady Quick Facts
How East Brady Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,070 | 1,041 | -2.7% |
| Median household income | $58,438 | $66,250 | +13.4% |
| Median home value | $139,700 | $143,500 | +2.7% |
How East Brady Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
East Brady Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Clarion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarion | 4,192 | $47,181 | 23.9% | $163,200 |
| Marianne | 1,135 | $57,130 | 10.4% | $163,300 |
| Rimersburg | 1,100 | $60,294 | 16.8% | $89,100 |
| Knox | 1,082 | $69,000 | 12.9% | $114,100 |
| New Bethlehem | 957 | $50,000 | 17.8% | $179,400 |
| Sligo | 731 | $52,679 | 20.5% | $106,600 |
| Strattanville | 598 | $56,336 | 15.3% | $131,300 |
| Shippenville | 520 | $48,000 | 9.1% | $129,600 |
| Hawthorn | 501 | $46,932 | 14.4% | $92,900 |
| Foxburg | 277 | $81,250 | 6.1% | $176,800 |
Cities Similar to East Brady
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | 1,052 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 85.7% |
| Misericordia University | 1,011 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | N/A |
| White Haven | 1,014 | $67,656 | $175,300 | 23.6% | 17.1% |
| Rural Valley | 1,019 | $68,512 | $145,200 | 19.1% | 9.8% |
| McElhattan | 1,036 | $71,250 | $215,500 | 22.4% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
East Brady is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Clarion County. The total population is 1,041. It ranks as the 980th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Brady is 41.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Brady is $66,250. This is 15% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $143,500. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, East Brady is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
East Brady has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Brady, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of East Brady, Pennsylvania?
East Brady, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,041 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Brady, PA?
The median household income in East Brady is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Brady, PA?
The poverty rate in East Brady is 8.6%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of East Brady, Pennsylvania?
East Brady's population is 90.1% White, 1.0% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Brady, PA?
The median home value in East Brady is $143,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is East Brady, Pennsylvania?
25.7% of adults (25+) in East Brady hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.