Albertson, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Albertson is a small town in New York with a population of 4,859. Residents earn $157,690 per year, which is 110% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,859 Population 7,146/sq mi density
$157,690 Median Income $65,427 per capita
$739,100 Home Value $1,044,498 Zillow
$2,723 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$157,690 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$739,100 home value, $2,723/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $157,690
110% higher than US avg
Home Value $739,100
162% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.1%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,723
134% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.7%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

How Albertson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,859
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density7,146/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$157,690
Per Capita$65,427
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$739,100
Rent$2,723
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,044,498

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation144 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute38 min
Libraries63

Is Albertson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albertson receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Albertson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albertson is $157,690, which is significantly higher than the national average — 110% above $75,149. This places Albertson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albertson is $739,100, making it a premium housing market at 162% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,723 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Albertson is a highly educated community — 56.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Albertson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Albertson has a population of 4,859 with a density of 7,146 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.8%).

Population

4,859
Total Population
7,146
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Albertson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.0%
32% below US avg
Spanish47.0%
251% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Albertson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albertson is $157,690, which is 110% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Albertson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$157,690
110% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,427
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Albertson is $739,100, 162% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,723 (134% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,044,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$739,100
162% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,044,498
Median List Price$870,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$870,000
$/Sq Ft$587
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,723
134% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Albertson, 23.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Albertson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.7%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression13.2%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

Crime Rates: Albertson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Albertson has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density7,146/sq mi
Coordinates40.7716°N, 73.6482°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.1%
66% above US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,146/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home9.1%

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