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Andes, NY

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Andes is a small town in New York with a population of 128. Residents earn $47,031 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
128 Population 91/sq mi density
$47,031 Median Income $48,953 per capita
$214,600 Home Value
$867 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,031 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$214,600 home value, $867/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,031
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,031
Per Capita$48,953
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,118M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$214,600
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.7%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,756 ft (535 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+14.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute16 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries13

Is Andes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andes receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Andes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andes is $47,031, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andes is $214,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Andes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 70.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Andes has a population of 128 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%).

Population

128
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Andes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Andes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andes is $47,031, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Andes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,031
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$65,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,274
County GDP$3,118M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare115
Retail185
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,867
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Andes is $214,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,600
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

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-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,867
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Andes, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death8,915/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access58.5%
Healthcare Facilities115
Andes has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall70.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,756 ft (535 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates42.1876°N, 74.7803°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+14.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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