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East Herkimer, NY

New York

East Herkimer is a small town in New York with a population of 711. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
711 Population 597/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $40,668 per capita
$122,000 Home Value
$936 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $936/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population711
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density597/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$40,668
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units399
Rent Burden16.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.4%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation508 ft (155 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries3

Is East Herkimer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Herkimer 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. East Herkimer 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 Herkimer is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% 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 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Herkimer is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 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

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Herkimer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°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 Herkimer has a population of 711 with a density of 597 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

711
Total Population
597
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

East Herkimer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Herkimer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Herkimer is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: East Herkimer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$62,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare172
Retail196
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in East Herkimer is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

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-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units399
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Rate5.67%
In East Herkimer, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,124
Dentists1:4,051
Mental Health1:379
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
East Herkimer has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation508 ft (155 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density597/sq mi
Coordinates43.0315°N, 74.9642°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density597/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants118
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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