Eden, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Eden is a small town in New York with a population of 3,164. Residents earn $85,707 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,164 Population 566/sq mi density
$85,707 Median Income $38,591 per capita
$231,200 Home Value
$812 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,707 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,200 home value, $812/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,707
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,200
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $812
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,164
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density566/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,707
Per Capita$38,591
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,200
Rent$812
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation804 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute26 min
Libraries39

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Eden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eden is $85,707, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eden is $231,200, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $812 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 167.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Eden has a population of 3,164 with a density of 566 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

3,164
Total Population
566
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is $85,707, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,707
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,591
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$78,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,097
County GDP$81,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,341
Healthcare2,652
Retail3,140
Manufacturing914

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $231,200, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $812 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,200
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$812
30% below 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-Occupied86.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
In Eden, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death8,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Eden has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall167.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation804 ft (245 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density566/sq mi
Coordinates42.6523°N, 78.9013°W
County FIPS36029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density566/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries39
Healthcare Facilities2,652
Restaurants2,341
Retail Stores3,140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

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