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Dresden, NY

New York

Dresden is a small town in New York with a population of 318. Residents earn $68,571 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
318 Population 1,060/sq mi density
$68,571 Median Income $25,776 per capita
$108,000 Home Value $219,768 Zillow
$913 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,000 home value, $913/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,571
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,000
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density1,060/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,571
Per Capita$25,776
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,000
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,768
Housing Units153
Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking15.1%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation507 ft (155 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute14 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is Dresden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dresden receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Dresden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dresden is $68,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dresden is $108,000, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dresden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dresden has a population of 318 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

318
Total Population
1,060
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Dresden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dresden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dresden is $68,571, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Dresden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,571
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,776
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dresden is $108,000, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,768.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,000
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,768

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

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-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate6.99%
In Dresden, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Dresden has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation507 ft (155 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Coordinates42.6839°N, 76.9570°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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