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Edmeston, NY

New York

Edmeston is a small town in New York with a population of 592. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
592 Population 136/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $27,906 per capita
$136,400 Home Value
$617 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,400 home value, $617/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$27,906
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,400
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units328
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking20.5%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute17 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries13

Is Edmeston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmeston receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Edmeston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmeston is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmeston is $136,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmeston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Edmeston has a population of 592 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

592
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmeston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edmeston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmeston is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Edmeston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmeston is $136,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,400
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

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-Occupied62.4%
Housing Units328
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Edmeston, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Edmeston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates42.6989°N, 75.2523°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home9.6%

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