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Cost of living in Bradford County, PA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,809/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 59,971 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $790 28%
Federal tax $512 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $341 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $106 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bradford County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$785
per month
1 bedroom
$790
per month
2 bedroom
$966
per month
3 bedroom
$1,236
per month
4 bedroom
$1,405
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bradford County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,482
per year
Individual earnings
$41,344
per year
Per capita
$35,298
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bradford County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$182,300
Annual property tax
$2,110

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bradford County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$143
per month · 17.9¢/kWh
Natural gas
$62
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Bradford County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.7%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Bradford County

State and local tax rates for Pennsylvania.

State income tax
3.1%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.3%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Bradford County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.1 min
Drive alone
79.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bradford County

What it costs to live in Bradford County each month.

Single person
$2,809
per month
  • Rent $790
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $341
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $512
  • State tax $106
Couple
$3,978
per month
  • Rent $966
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $565
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $692
  • State tax $160
Family
$6,398
per month
  • Rent $1,236
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $857
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $692
  • State tax $160

Frequently asked questions about Bradford County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bradford County?

In Bradford County, PA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $790 per month, a two-bedroom averages $966 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,236 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bradford County?

In Bradford County, PA, the average household income is $62,482 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,344 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bradford County?

The estimated cost of living in Bradford County, PA is approximately $2,809 per month for a single person, $3,978 for a couple, $6,398 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bradford County?

The combined sales tax rate in Bradford County, PA is 6.34%, which includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.34%.

Is Bradford County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bradford County, PA would need approximately $2,809 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,482 per year ($5,207 per month). Bradford County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bradford County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bradford County, PA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bradford County?

The average home value in Bradford County, PA is $182,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,110, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bradford County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources