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Eldred, NY

New York

Eldred is a small town in New York with a population of 201. Residents earn $60,134 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
201 Population 155/sq mi density
$60,134 Median Income $46,474 per capita
$320,000 Home Value
$1,134 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$60,134 median income, 16.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$320,000 home value, $1,134/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,134
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $320,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,134
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.6%
361% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,134
Per Capita$46,474
Unemployment16.6%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$320,000
Rent$1,134
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units168
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity25.0%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking10.9%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+14.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries11

Is Eldred a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eldred receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Eldred has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eldred is $60,134, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eldred is $320,000, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,134 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eldred experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Eldred has a population of 201 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

201
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Eldred vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eldred vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eldred is $60,134, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Eldred vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,134
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,474
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.6%
361% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit14.8%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eldred is $320,000, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,134 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,000
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,134
2% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

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-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Eldred, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,069
Dentists1:2,414
Mental Health1:452
Checkup Rate68.9%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Eldred has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall57.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates41.5268°N, 74.8788°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+14.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit14.8%
Work from Home7.4%

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