Reading

PA

Berks County, Pennsylvania

Population 433K |Median income $79,777 |6 hospitals

Population
433,015
Berks County
Median Income
$79,777
+17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$257,300
+13% vs avg
Median Age
39.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
433K+5%
Median Income
$79,777+45%
Median Home Value
$257,300+51%
Poverty Rate
12.2%-12%
Unemployment
5.4%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,181/mo
Poverty Rate
12.2% -14% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.7%
Work From Home 11.9%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 69.6%
African American 4.6%
Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.6%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
2
PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH
READING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
READING HOSPITAL
WEST READING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Reading Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Reading, PA? ▼
Reading, PA has a population of 433,015 people, located in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Reading? ▼
The median household income in Reading, PA is $79,777 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
What is the median home value in Reading? ▼
The median home value in Reading, PA is $257,300. Median rent is $1,181/month.
What are the top health concerns in Reading? ▼
The top health indicators in Reading include Short Sleep Duration (40.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Reading? ▼
Reading has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Reading? ▼
The median age in Reading, PA is 39.9 years. 27.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Reading, PA is located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 433K and a median household income of $79,777, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Reading area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Berks County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.