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Edwards, NY

New York

Edwards is a small town in New York with a population of 564. Residents earn $75,547 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
564 Population 606/sq mi density
$75,547 Median Income $25,859 per capita
$71,900 Home Value $92,211 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$75,547 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,900 home value, $800/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,547
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $71,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density606/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,547
Per Capita$25,859
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,900
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$92,211
Housing Units182
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation747 ft (228 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries22

Is Edwards a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edwards receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Edwards offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edwards is $75,547, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edwards is $71,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Edwards has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Edwards has a population of 564 with a density of 606 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

564
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Edwards vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edwards vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edwards is $75,547, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Edwards vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,547
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,859
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Edwards is $71,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $92,211.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$92,211

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

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-Occupied66.5%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate9.55%
In Edwards, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Edwards has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation747 ft (228 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates44.3203°N, 75.2494°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density606/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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