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Deferiet, NY

New York

Deferiet is a small town in New York with a population of 237. Residents earn $74,583 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
237 Population 349/sq mi density
$74,583 Median Income $30,336 per capita
$121,500 Home Value
$1,304 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$74,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 home value, $1,304/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.4%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,304
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$30,336
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,500
Rent$1,304
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking17.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation661 ft (201 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute18 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries22

Is Deferiet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deferiet receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Deferiet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deferiet is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.2% 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 Deferiet is $121,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.4% 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

Deferiet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Deferiet has a population of 237 with a density of 349 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 (96.6%).

Population

237
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Deferiet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deferiet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deferiet is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Deferiet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,583
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,336
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Deferiet is $121,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,304
12% above US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

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-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.65%
In Deferiet, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Deferiet has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates44.0365°N, 75.6824°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 37.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.4%
11% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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