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Blodgett Mills, NY

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Blodgett Mills is a small town in New York with a population of 193. Residents earn $61,094 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
193 Population 89/sq mi density
$61,094 Median Income $29,512 per capita
$129,200 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$61,094 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,094
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,094
Per Capita$29,512
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$2,372M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity32.2%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.3%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+31.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute15 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries5

Is Blodgett Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blodgett Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Blodgett Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blodgett Mills is $61,094, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blodgett Mills is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Blodgett Mills 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 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Blodgett Mills has a population of 193 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

193
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Blodgett Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.6%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.4%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blodgett Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blodgett Mills is $61,094, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Blodgett Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,094
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$65,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,115
County GDP$2,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare107
Retail162
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blodgett Mills is $129,200, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.3%

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-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In Blodgett Mills, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blodgett Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,724
Dentists1:2,883
Mental Health1:233
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death8,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities107
Blodgett Mills 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 39.5 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 Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall64.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates42.5665°N, 76.1329°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, 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 6.4-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 6.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+31.4%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants125
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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