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Bolton Landing, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Bolton Landing is a small town in New York with a population of 263. Residents earn $105,250 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
263 Population 171/sq mi density
$105,250 Median Income $85,452 per capita
$310,500 Home Value $723,561 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$105,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$310,500 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,250
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $310,500
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population263
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,250
Per Capita$85,452
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$6,768M
Commute52 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$310,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$723,561
Housing Units507
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured4.8%
Smoking11.2%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation370 ft (113 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute52 min
Broadband86.5%
EV Stations3
Libraries10

Is Bolton Landing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolton Landing receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bolton Landing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolton Landing is $105,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Bolton Landing among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bolton Landing is $310,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolton Landing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bolton Landing has a population of 263 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

263
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolton Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolton Landing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolton Landing is $105,250, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Bolton Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,250
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$85,452
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$76,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,417
County GDP$6,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants392
Healthcare274
Retail384
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.8 min
Drive Alone44.2%
Public Transit22.4%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolton Landing is $310,500, 10% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $723,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$310,500
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$723,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.9%

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-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units507
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Bolton Landing, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bolton Landing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured4.8%
44% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death7,391/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities274
Bolton Landing has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation370 ft (113 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates43.5640°N, 73.6525°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities274
Restaurants392
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.8 min
Drive Alone44.2%
Public Transit22.4%
Work from Home9.6%

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