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East Worcester, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Worcester is a small town in New York with a population of 265. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
265 Population 106/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $33,774 per capita
$97,500 Home Value
$1,173 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value, $1,173/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,173
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$33,774
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
Rent$1,173
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units172
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries4

Is East Worcester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Worcester receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. East Worcester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Worcester is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% 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 Worcester is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,173 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Worcester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°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 Worcester has a population of 265 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%).

Population

265
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Worcester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Worcester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Worcester is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: East Worcester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Worcester is $97,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,173 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,173
1% above US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

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-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate7.42%
In East Worcester, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,318
Dentists1:3,006
Mental Health1:627
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
East Worcester has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates42.6284°N, 74.6743°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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