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Busti, NY

New York

Busti is a small town in New York with a population of 213.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
213 Population 94/sq mi density
$217,100 Home Value
$655 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $217,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,114
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$217,100
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,394 ft (425 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+14.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute18 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries24

Is Busti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Busti receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Busti faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% 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 Busti is $217,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Busti experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 98.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Busti has a population of 213 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

213
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Busti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Busti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Busti is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Busti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Busti is $217,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,100
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% below US avg
Rent Burden33.2%

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-Occupied40.2%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Busti, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,585
Dentists1:1,826
Mental Health1:516
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Busti has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall98.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,394 ft (425 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates42.0423°N, 79.2789°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+14.0%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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