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Elizabethtown, NY

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Elizabethtown is a small town in New York with a population of 662. Residents earn $68,214 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
662 Population 200/sq mi density
$68,214 Median Income $38,131 per capita
$178,600 Home Value
$698 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,214 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,600 home value, $698/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,214
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population662
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,214
Per Capita$38,131
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$2,335M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,600
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units322
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.5%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 50%
Commute13 min
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Elizabethtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elizabethtown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Elizabethtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $68,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elizabethtown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 104.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Elizabethtown has a population of 662 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 6.9% Black.

Population

662
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $68,214, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Elizabethtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,214
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,131
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$69,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,334
County GDP$2,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare160
Retail186
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,236
164% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $178,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,600
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$698
40% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

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-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units322
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,236
164% above US avg
Effective Rate5.17%
In Elizabethtown, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,961
Dentists1:3,691
Mental Health1:490
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities160
Elizabethtown has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall104.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates44.2261°N, 73.5889°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 50.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants209
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

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