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Erin, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Erin is a small town in New York with a population of 529. Residents earn $40,761 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
529 Population 705/sq mi density
$40,761 Median Income $21,753 per capita
$39,700 Home Value $184,779 Zillow
$692 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$40,761 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,700 home value, $692/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,761
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,700
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density705/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,761
Per Capita$21,753
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,700
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,779
Housing Units210
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking15.6%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries6

Is Erin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Erin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Erin is $40,761, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erin is $39,700, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 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

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Erin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Erin has a population of 529 with a density of 705 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

529
Total Population
705
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Erin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erin is $40,761, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Erin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,761
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,753
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$67,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,914
County GDP$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare189
Retail305
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate19.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Erin is $39,700, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,700
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

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-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Rate19.59%
In Erin, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities189
Erin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density705/sq mi
Coordinates42.1841°N, 76.6717°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density705/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants192
Retail Stores305

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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