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Ellisburg, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Ellisburg is a small town in New York with a population of 229. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
229 Population 229/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $26,773 per capita
$178,600 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 13.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,600 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$26,773
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,600
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units59
Rent Burden13.3%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.4%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries25

Is Ellisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Ellisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellisburg is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellisburg is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellisburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ellisburg has a population of 229 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

229
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellisburg is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ellisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,773
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellisburg is $178,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,600
37% below US avg
Median List Price$629,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$629,900
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden13.3%

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-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Ellisburg, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,971
Dentists1:1,070
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Ellisburg has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates43.7351°N, 76.1344°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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