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Central Bridge, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Central Bridge is a small town in New York with a population of 485. Residents earn $79,444 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
485 Population 170/sq mi density
$79,444 Median Income $37,925 per capita
$185,100 Home Value
$1,060 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$79,444 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,100 home value, $1,060/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,444
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,100
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population485
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,444
Per Capita$37,925
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,100
Rent$1,060
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units313
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking14.7%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation893 ft (272 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+27.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries4

Is Central Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Bridge receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Central Bridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Bridge is $79,444, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Bridge is $185,100, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Central Bridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Central Bridge has a population of 485 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

485
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Central Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Bridge is $79,444, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Central Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,444
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Bridge is $185,100, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,100
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

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-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Central Bridge, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Central Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Central Bridge has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation893 ft (272 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates42.7127°N, 74.3495°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+27.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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