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Freedom Plains, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Freedom Plains is a small town in New York with a population of 648. Residents earn $44,405 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
648 Population 502/sq mi density
$44,405 Median Income $26,389 per capita
$272,200 Home Value
$1,198 Median Rent 14.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$44,405 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$272,200 home value, $1,198/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,405
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $272,200
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,198
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.7%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population648
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density502/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,405
Per Capita$26,389
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$272,200
Rent$1,198
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units261
Rent Burden14.9%

Health

Obesity25.7%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking9.4%
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation310 ft (94 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries25

Is Freedom Plains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freedom Plains receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Freedom Plains offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Freedom Plains is $44,405, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Freedom Plains is $272,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Freedom Plains experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Freedom Plains has a population of 648 with a density of 502 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.9%), with 25.3% Black.

Population

648
Total Population
502
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Freedom Plains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Freedom Plains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freedom Plains is $44,405, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Freedom Plains vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,405
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,389
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,032
County GDP$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare840
Retail1,059
Manufacturing198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Freedom Plains is $272,200, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$272,200
3% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$274
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above US avg
Rent Burden14.9%

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-Occupied64.7%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In Freedom Plains, 25.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 18.2% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Freedom Plains vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.7%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,408
Dentists1:1,397
Mental Health1:287
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits70.5%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.4%
Healthcare Facilities840
Freedom Plains has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation310 ft (94 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density502/sq mi
Coordinates41.6654°N, 73.7986°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%
D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density502/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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