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Brushton, NY

New York

Brushton is a small town in New York with a population of 545. Residents earn $52,120 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
545 Population 1,946/sq mi density
$52,120 Median Income $22,623 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $125,118 Zillow
$646 Median Rent 18.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$52,120 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $646/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,120
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population545
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density1,946/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,120
Per Capita$22,623
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,118
Housing Units274
Rent Burden18.7%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation422 ft (129 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries5

Is Brushton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brushton is $52,120, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brushton is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brushton 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.

Brushton has a population of 545 with a density of 1,946 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

545
Total Population
1,946
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Brushton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brushton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brushton is $52,120, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Brushton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,120
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,623
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above 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 Rate7.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brushton is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $646 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,118.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,118

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg
Rent Burden18.7%

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-Occupied54.0%
Housing Units274
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate7.66%
In Brushton, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Brushton 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

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Coordinates44.8307°N, 74.5119°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home4.1%

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