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Brasher Falls, NY

New York

Brasher Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 564. Residents earn $41,354 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
564 Population 344/sq mi density
$41,354 Median Income $30,294 per capita
$120,000 Home Value $128,681 Zillow
$620 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,354 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $620/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,354
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,354
Per Capita$30,294
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$620
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,681
Housing Units261
Rent Burden34.4%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute18 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries5

Is Brasher Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brasher Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brasher Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brasher Falls is $41,354, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brasher Falls is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brasher Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brasher Falls has a population of 564 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Black.

Population

564
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Brasher Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brasher Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brasher Falls is $41,354, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Brasher Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,354
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brasher Falls is $120,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,681

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

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-Occupied57.9%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate6.72%
In Brasher Falls, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brasher Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,898
Dentists1:1,784
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Brasher Falls has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates44.8140°N, 74.7889°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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