Albion, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Albion is a small city in New York with a population of 5,495. Residents earn $45,474 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,495 Population 1,882/sq mi density
$45,474 Median Income $26,164 per capita
$81,300 Home Value
$914 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$45,474 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,300 home value, $914/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,474
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,495
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density1,882/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,474
Per Capita$26,164
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty20.9%
County GDP$1,871M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,300
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation522 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute30 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Albion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Albion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albion is $45,474, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albion is $81,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 67.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Albion has a population of 5,495 with a density of 1,882 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

5,495
Total Population
1,882
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Albion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albion is $45,474, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Albion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,474
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,164
Avg Weekly Wage$1,138
IRS Avg AGI$58,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$1,871M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare73
Retail96
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Albion is $81,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,300
71% below US avg
Median List Price$280,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$280,000
$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below 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-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Effective Rate8.43%
In Albion, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death7,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities73

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Albion has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall67.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density1,882/sq mi
Coordinates43.2460°N, 78.1902°W
County FIPS36073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,882/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants70
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home12.9%

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