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Arkport, NY

New York

Arkport is a small town in New York with a population of 953. Residents earn $69,911 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
953 Population 1,381/sq mi density
$69,911 Median Income $31,905 per capita
$115,300 Home Value $165,010 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$69,911 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,300 home value, $933/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,911
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.0%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,381/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,911
Per Capita$31,905
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,010
Housing Units443
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.7%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.0%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+11.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries16

Is Arkport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkport receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Arkport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arkport is $69,911, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arkport is $115,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Arkport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 62.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Arkport has a population of 953 with a density of 1,381 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

953
Total Population
1,381
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arkport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkport is $69,911, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Arkport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,911
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Arkport is $115,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,010.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,010
Median List Price$194,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$194,000
$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

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-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units443
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate7.93%
In Arkport, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Arkport has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,381/sq mi
Coordinates42.3926°N, 77.6955°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.0%
5% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,381/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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