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Cragsmoor, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Cragsmoor is a small town in New York with a population of 542. Residents earn $77,467 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
542 Population 124/sq mi density
$77,467 Median Income $35,756 per capita
$236,800 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,467 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,800 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,467
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,800
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population542
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,467
Per Capita$35,756
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$27,748M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units326
Rent Burden33.4%

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking16.8%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,820 ft (555 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries19

Is Cragsmoor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cragsmoor receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cragsmoor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cragsmoor is $77,467, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cragsmoor is $236,800, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cragsmoor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cragsmoor has a population of 542 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

542
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cragsmoor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cragsmoor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cragsmoor is $77,467, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Cragsmoor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,467
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$84,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,900
County GDP$27,748M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,008
Healthcare994
Retail1,572
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cragsmoor is $236,800, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,800
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.4%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units326
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In Cragsmoor, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,498
Dentists1:1,503
Mental Health1:355
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death6,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.5%
Healthcare Facilities994
Cragsmoor has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,820 ft (555 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates41.6655°N, 74.3912°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities994
Restaurants1,008
Retail Stores1,572

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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