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Forestville, NY

New York

Forestville is a small town in New York with a population of 625.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
625 Population 590/sq mi density
$95,400 Home Value $191,809 Zillow
$1,059 Median Rent 44.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,059
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population625
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,001
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$95,400
Rent$1,059
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,809
Housing Units270
Rent Burden44.6%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking16.0%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation918 ft (280 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries24

Is Forestville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forestville receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Forestville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forestville is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,059 per month.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Forestville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°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 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Forestville has a population of 625 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

625
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32%
Female 68%

Race & Ethnicity

Forestville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Forestville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forestville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Forestville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,001
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Forestville is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,059 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,809.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,809

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,059
9% below US avg
Rent Burden44.6%

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-Occupied57.8%
Housing Units270
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate7.56%
In Forestville, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,585
Dentists1:1,826
Mental Health1:516
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Forestville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates42.4691°N, 79.1755°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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