Reading Metro
Reading has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $44,714. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. Median home value is $104,400.
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How many people live in Reading, PA?
Reading, PA has about 373,638 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Reading, PA?
The typical household in Reading, PA earns about $44,714 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Reading, PA expensive?
In Reading, PA, the median home is worth about $104,400, and the typical rent is about $545 a month.
How educated are people in Reading, PA?
About 18.5% of adults age 25 and over in Reading, PA hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Reading, PA?
About 9.4% of people in Reading, PA live below the federal poverty line.
Has Reading, PA grown since 1990?
Yes, Reading, PA has grown since 1990. The population has added about 37,115 residents, a change of about 11 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024