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Burdett, NY

New York

Burdett is a small town in New York with a population of 493. Residents earn $59,821 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
493 Population 514/sq mi density
$59,821 Median Income $31,462 per capita
$138,400 Home Value $284,068 Zillow
$1,539 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$59,821 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,400 home value, $1,539/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,821
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,539
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.5%
114% higher than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$59,821
Per Capita$31,462
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty26.5%
County GDP$709M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,400
Rent$1,539
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,068
Housing Units172
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity30.3%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking13.3%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Burdett a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burdett is $59,821, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burdett is $138,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,539 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Burdett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Burdett has a population of 493 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

493
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Burdett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burdett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burdett is $59,821, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Burdett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,821
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,462
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$64,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.5%
114% above US avg
Establishments (County)473
County GDP$709M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare26
Retail58
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone63.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Burdett is $138,400, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,539 (32% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,400
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,539
32% above 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-Occupied74.9%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Burdett, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death7,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities26
Burdett has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates42.4169°N, 76.8440°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants79
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone63.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home8.7%

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