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Altmar, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Altmar is a small town in New York with a population of 222. Residents earn $44,583 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
222 Population 107/sq mi density
$44,583 Median Income $31,939 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $165,659 Zillow
$1,067 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,583 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $1,067/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,583
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,067
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,583
Per Capita$31,939
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$9,256M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$1,067
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,659
Housing Units151
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking18.3%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation540 ft (165 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries11

Is Altmar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altmar receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Altmar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altmar is $44,583, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altmar is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Altmar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Altmar has a population of 222 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

222
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Altmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Altmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altmar is $44,583, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Altmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,583
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,939
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,324
County GDP$9,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants277
Healthcare193
Retail338
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Altmar is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,659.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,659

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,067
8% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

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-Occupied64.3%
Housing Units151
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate6.56%
In Altmar, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death9,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities193
Altmar has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates43.5124°N, 76.0056°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants277
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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