Fallsburg, NY

New York

Fallsburg is a small town in New York with a population of 1,891.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
1,891 Population 561/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $3,590 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,699 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,699
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 78.5%
533% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,891
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density561/mi²
Male / Female77% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,590
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty78.5%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,699
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Elevation1,379 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+60.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute8 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries11

Is Fallsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fallsburg receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Fallsburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 78.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,699 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fallsburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 69.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fallsburg has a population of 1,891 with a density of 561 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.9%), with 31.3% Black.

Population

1,891
Total Population
561
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.5%
Female 23.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fallsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.1%
102% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fallsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fallsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 78.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Fallsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate78.5%
533% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.4 min
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,699 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,699
46% above US avg

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-Occupied14.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
In Fallsburg, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249

Crime Rates: Fallsburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Fallsburg has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall69.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,379 ft (420 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density561/sq mi
Coordinates41.7390°N, 74.6139°W
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+60.9%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density561/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.4 min
Work from Home24.0%

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