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Evans Mills, NY

New York

Evans Mills is a small town in New York with a population of 632. Residents earn $52,708 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
632 Population 771/sq mi density
$52,708 Median Income $25,617 per capita
$189,200 Home Value $242,806 Zillow
$531 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,708 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$189,200 home value, $531/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,708
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population632
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density771/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,708
Per Capita$25,617
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,200
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,806
Housing Units252
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking14.4%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute16 min
Broadband95.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Evans Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evans Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Evans Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evans Mills is $52,708, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evans Mills is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Evans Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Evans Mills has a population of 632 with a density of 771 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

632
Total Population
771
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Evans Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evans Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evans Mills is $52,708, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Evans Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,708
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,617
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Evans Mills is $189,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,806.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,806

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

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-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Evans Mills, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Evans Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep43.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Evans Mills has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density771/sq mi
Coordinates44.0870°N, 75.8078°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density771/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home4.2%

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