Investor-grade market analytics for Reading, Pennsylvania. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$315,441
+3.1% year-over-year
5.8%
gross annual
+3.0%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.0% year-over-year
50/100
ModerateNet migration: Top 26% nationally
In-migrants avg $56,397 AGI vs out-migrants $58,373
Opportunity Zone Market
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Reading, PA shows steady growth at 3.1% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.06x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+137 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk is moderate (50/100) with manageable exposure. Rental yield of 5.77% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Reading, PA's primary climate exposure is flooding (70/100). The composite climate risk score of 50/100 (Moderate) indicates overall risk with manageable exposure that should be factored into investment analysis. Buyers should consider climate-related insurance costs and potential future regulatory changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.