It is the second largest county in Pennsylvania with total land area of approximately 1,148 square miles and a total water area of nine square miles. Generally, the county is considered rural in character with major industries and population centers located along the Susquehanna River , which follows south-southeast almost diagonally from South Waverly, Sayre, Athens and the county seat of the government in Towanda . Bradford County is governed by three elected commissioners and is divided into 14 boroughs and 37 township subdivisions. The current population is approximately 62,000.
Agriculture is the major industry in the county.
Several major industries are also located in the county in addition to many smaller wholesale and retail establishments. Two daily newspapers, The Daily Review and The Evening Times serve the county. Three radio stations operate in the county. The county is served by three hospitals with a capacity of approximately 500 beds. Although they are generally well maintained, the narrow winding roads often make driving hazardous, especially for larger vehicles.