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East Durham, NY

New York

East Durham is a small town in New York with a population of 547. Residents earn $80,341 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
547 Population 159/sq mi density
$80,341 Median Income $29,558 per capita
$120,500 Home Value
$955 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 261 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
$80,341 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 home value, $955/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,341
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population547
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,341
Per Capita$29,558
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units422
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking12.1%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation685 ft (209 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+13.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is East Durham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Durham 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. East Durham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Durham is $80,341, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Durham is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Durham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Durham has a population of 547 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.7%).

Population

547
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.1%
Female 32.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Durham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Durham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Durham is $80,341, which is 7% 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 25 minutes.

Income: East Durham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,341
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,558
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone53.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Durham is $120,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$955
18% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units422
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate6.73%
In East Durham, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Durham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.6%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,464
Dentists1:2,827
Mental Health1:960
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
East Durham has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates42.3657°N, 74.0925°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+13.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone53.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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