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East Kingston, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Kingston is a small town in New York with a population of 219. Residents earn $69,306 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
219 Population 327/sq mi density
$69,306 Median Income $37,189 per capita
$192,900 Home Value
$1,069 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,306 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $1,069/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,306
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,069
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,306
Per Capita$37,189
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$1,069
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units124
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.8%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute19 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries25

Is East Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Kingston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. East Kingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Kingston is $69,306, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Kingston is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Kingston has a population of 219 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 6.8% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.9%
Female 67.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Kingston is $69,306, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: East Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,306
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,189
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,032
County GDP$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare840
Retail1,059
Manufacturing198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in East Kingston is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,069
8% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

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-Occupied71.0%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate5.41%
In East Kingston, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.4%
Healthcare Facilities840
East Kingston has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates41.9509°N, 73.9746°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%
D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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