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Bliss, NY

New York

Bliss is a small town in New York with a population of 429. Residents earn $48,542 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
429 Population 44/sq mi density
$48,542 Median Income $27,577 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $180,946 Zillow
$730 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,542 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $730/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,542
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population429
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,542
Per Capita$27,577
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,946
Housing Units198
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking16.7%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries9

Is Bliss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bliss receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bliss offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bliss is $48,542, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bliss is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bliss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bliss has a population of 429 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 4% Black.

Population

429
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bliss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bliss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bliss is $48,542, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bliss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,542
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,577
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bliss is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,946.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,946

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% 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-Occupied65.5%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Rate6.07%
In Bliss, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59
Bliss has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.3 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates42.5801°N, 78.2538°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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