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Freeville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Freeville is a small town in New York with a population of 437. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
437 Population 412/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $43,154 per capita
$184,400 Home Value $287,579 Zillow
$928 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,400 home value, $928/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.8%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent $928
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$43,154
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,400
Rent$928
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,579
Housing Units223
Rent Burden32.7%

Health

Obesity29.0%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking13.3%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+30.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.2%
Libraries6

Is Freeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freeville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Freeville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Freeville is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Freeville is $184,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Freeville is a highly educated community — 53.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Freeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Freeville has a population of 437 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

437
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Freeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Freeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freeville is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Freeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,154
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Freeville is $184,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $928 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$928
20% below US avg
Rent Burden32.7%

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-Occupied79.8%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate5.75%
In Freeville, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,252
Dentists1:1,663
Mental Health1:224
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284
Freeville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall64.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates42.5084°N, 76.3472°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 53.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.8%
60% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+30.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.2%

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