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Ellicottville, NY

New York

Ellicottville is a small town in New York with a population of 342. Residents earn $88,333 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
342 Population 417/sq mi density
$88,333 Median Income $49,392 per capita
$277,600 Home Value
$984 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$88,333 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$277,600 home value, $984/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,333
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $277,600
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.3%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $984
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,333
Per Capita$49,392
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,600
Rent$984
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units570
Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured4.4%
Smoking11.5%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,548 ft (472 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+28.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.8%
EV Stations4
Libraries13

Is Ellicottville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellicottville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ellicottville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellicottville is $88,333, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellicottville is $277,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $984 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Ellicottville is a highly educated community — 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellicottville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 133.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ellicottville has a population of 342 with a density of 417 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 (100%).

Population

342
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellicottville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellicottville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellicottville is $88,333, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ellicottville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,333
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,392
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellicottville is $277,600, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $984 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,600
2% below US avg
Median List Price$349,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,900
$/Sq Ft$311
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$984
15% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

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-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units570
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Ellicottville, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured4.4%
49% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Ellicottville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 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) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall133.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,548 ft (472 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates42.2749°N, 78.6723°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 54.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.3%
61% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+28.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.5%

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