Bradford
6.3
High score (8-10)
Bradford County's Marcellus Shale gas boom in the late 2000s brought in some outside economic energy and created a brief window of prosperity in Towanda and the surrounding towns. The terrain along the Susquehanna's North Branch is genuinely scenic if you're into rural Pennsylvania landscapes.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Bradford County in north-central Pennsylvania got a temporary economic boost from Marcellus Shale drilling but the industry brought a specific demographic (male roughnecks) that didn't build a flourishing social scene. The area is scenic but there's nothing here that rewards an outsider socially. Population is aging out and young people leave for Binghamton or Scranton.
Lower score (below 6)
Bradford County has almost no social infrastructure for an outsider. Towanda is a small county seat town with minimal amenities, and the surrounding county is farms and state forest. The gas drilling money brought some temporary activity but the extraction boom didn't translate into lasting social development. This is a county people drive through on the way to somewhere else.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Bradford, Pennsylvania?
$84k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Bradford, Pennsylvania?
Women marry at 29
How common is a college degree in Bradford, Pennsylvania?
36% men have degree
What's the average male height in Bradford, Pennsylvania?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Bradford, Pennsylvania?
Local women avg 29.9