East Marion, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Marion is a small town in New York with a population of 1,741. Residents earn $116,023 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,741 Population 777/sq mi density
$116,023 Median Income $73,836 per capita
$830,900 Home Value $1,157,705 Zillow
$2,509 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$116,023 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$830,900 home value, $2,509/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,023
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $830,900
195% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.7%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,509
116% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,741
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density777/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,023
Per Capita$73,836
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute40 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$830,900
Rent$2,509
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,157,705

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation17 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.7%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute40 min
Libraries20

Is East Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Marion receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. East Marion 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 Marion is $116,023, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places East Marion among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Marion is $830,900, making it a premium housing market at 195% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,509 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Marion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Marion has a population of 1,741 with a density of 777 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

1,741
Total Population
777
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

East Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Marion is $116,023, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: East Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,023
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,836
Avg Weekly Wage$1,353
IRS Avg AGI$111,114

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,800
County GDP$16,096M

Business (County)

Restaurants485
Healthcare542
Retail655
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.9 min
Work from Home22.8%

Walkability

The median home value in East Marion is $830,900, 195% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,509 (116% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,157,705.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$830,900
195% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,157,705
Median List Price$1,049,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,049,000
$/Sq Ft$800
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,509
116% above US avg

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-Occupied87.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In East Marion, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate79.6%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities542

Crime Rates: East Marion vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

East Marion has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density777/sq mi
Coordinates41.1353°N, 72.3352°W
County FIPS09130
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.7%
42% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density777/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities542
Restaurants485
Retail Stores655

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.9 min
Work from Home22.8%

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