Baiting Hollow, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Baiting Hollow is a small town in New York with a population of 2,686. Residents earn $113,229 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,686 Population 516/sq mi density
$113,229 Median Income $58,047 per capita
$538,300 Home Value $602,699 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$113,229 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$538,300 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,229
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $538,300
91% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,686
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density516/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,229
Per Capita$58,047
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$538,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$602,699

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation98 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute33 min
EV Stations2
Libraries65

Is Baiting Hollow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baiting Hollow receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Baiting Hollow stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baiting Hollow is $113,229, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Baiting Hollow among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baiting Hollow is $538,300, making it a premium housing market at 91% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Baiting Hollow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Baiting Hollow has a population of 2,686 with a density of 516 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2% Black.

Population

2,686
Total Population
516
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Baiting Hollow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Baiting Hollow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baiting Hollow is $113,229, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Baiting Hollow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,229
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,047
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Baiting Hollow is $538,300, 91% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $602,699.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$538,300
91% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$602,699
Median List Price$724,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$724,000
$/Sq Ft$462
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops5.6%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

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-Occupied97.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Baiting Hollow, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baiting Hollow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146

Crime Rates: Baiting Hollow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Baiting Hollow has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density516/sq mi
Coordinates40.9628°N, 72.7443°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density516/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Work from Home8.9%

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