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Coopers Plains, NY

New York

Coopers Plains is a small town in New York with a population of 522. Residents earn $95,694 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
522 Population 637/sq mi density
$95,694 Median Income $48,996 per capita
$220,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,694 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,500 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,694
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.5%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density637/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,694
Per Capita$48,996
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units213
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking12.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+82.9%
Graduate+29.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute16 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries16

Is Coopers Plains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coopers Plains receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Coopers Plains stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coopers Plains is $95,694, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coopers Plains is $220,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Coopers Plains has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 53.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Coopers Plains has a population of 522 with a density of 637 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 13.6% Black.

Population

522
Total Population
637
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Coopers Plains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coopers Plains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coopers Plains is $95,694, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Coopers Plains vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,694
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coopers Plains is $220,500, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,500
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

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-Occupied82.8%
Housing Units213
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Coopers Plains, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Coopers Plains vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,787
Dentists1:2,806
Mental Health1:401
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits68.9%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Coopers Plains has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall53.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density637/sq mi
Coordinates42.1793°N, 77.1375°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above US avg
High School+82.9%
Graduate Degree+29.7%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density637/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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