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Argyle, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Argyle is a small town in New York with a population of 498. Residents earn $66,875 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
498 Population 1,556/sq mi density
$66,875 Median Income $23,572 per capita
$163,500 Home Value $258,396 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,875 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,500 home value, $688/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,556/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$23,572
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,500
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,396
Housing Units148
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+86.1%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries9

Is Argyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argyle receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Argyle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argyle is $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Argyle is $163,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Argyle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Argyle has a population of 498 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

498
Total Population
1,556
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Argyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argyle is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Argyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,875
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,572
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$61,845

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,294
County GDP$2,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare100
Retail181
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,973
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Argyle is $163,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,396.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,396

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

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-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,973
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In Argyle, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death8,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities100
Argyle has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 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) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Coordinates43.2363°N, 73.4907°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.2-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+86.1%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants105
Retail Stores181

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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