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Altona, NY

New York

Altona is a small town in New York with a population of 603. Residents earn $21,629 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
603 Population 353/sq mi density
$21,629 Median Income $10,471 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $132,122 Zillow
$1,013 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$21,629 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $1,013/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,629
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.9%
157% higher than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female84% / 16%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

D
Median Income$21,629
Per Capita$10,471
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty31.9%
County GDP$4,929M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$95,000
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,122
Housing Units159
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking16.0%
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+59.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.2%
Libraries9

Is Altona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altona receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Altona has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altona is $21,629, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altona is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Altona has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 107.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Altona has a population of 603 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.5%), with 19.2% Black.

Population

603
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.9%
Female 16.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Altona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Altona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altona is $21,629, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Altona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,629
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,471
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$65,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.9%
157% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,948
County GDP$4,929M

Business (County)

Restaurants187
Healthcare211
Retail323
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone42.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Altona is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,122.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied38.7%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Effective Rate7.95%
In Altona, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 17.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death7,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities211
Altona has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall107.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates44.8901°N, 73.6596°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.2-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.1%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+59.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities211
Restaurants187
Retail Stores323

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone42.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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