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Delanson, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Delanson is a small town in New York with a population of 379. Residents earn $115,417 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
379 Population 592/sq mi density
$115,417 Median Income $44,582 per capita
$231,300 Home Value $343,667 Zillow
$2,172 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$115,417 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,300 home value, $2,172/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,417
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,172
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$115,417
Per Capita$44,582
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$12,310M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,300
Rent$2,172
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$343,667
Housing Units125
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.5%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation811 ft (247 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute31 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Delanson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delanson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Delanson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delanson is $115,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Delanson among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delanson is $231,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,172 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Delanson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Delanson has a population of 379 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

379
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Delanson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delanson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delanson is $115,417, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Delanson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,417
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,582
Avg Weekly Wage$1,419
IRS Avg AGI$72,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,562
County GDP$12,310M

Business (County)

Restaurants347
Healthcare389
Retail428
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,893
126% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Delanson is $231,300, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,172 (87% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,667.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,300
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$343,667

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,172
87% above US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

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-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,893
126% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Delanson, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.5% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,255
Dentists1:1,251
Mental Health1:351
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death8,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access88.6%
Healthcare Facilities389
Delanson has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation811 ft (247 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates42.7481°N, 74.1824°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36093
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 55.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities389
Restaurants347
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home4.1%

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