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Friendship, NY

New York

Friendship is a small town in New York with a population of 783. Residents earn $42,734 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
783 Population 271/sq mi density
$42,734 Median Income $25,997 per capita
$56,600 Home Value $111,278 Zillow
$996 Median Rent 40.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,734 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,600 home value, $996/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,734
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,600
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $996
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population783
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,734
Per Capita$25,997
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$1,955M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,600
Rent$996
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,278
Housing Units400
Rent Burden40.4%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking17.4%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband77.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Friendship a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friendship receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Friendship offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Friendship is $42,734, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friendship is $56,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $996 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Friendship experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 72.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Friendship has a population of 783 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

783
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Friendship vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friendship vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friendship is $42,734, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Friendship vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,734
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,997
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$57,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)911
County GDP$1,955M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Friendship is $56,600, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $996 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,278.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,600
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,278

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$996
14% below US avg
Rent Burden40.4%

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-Occupied73.2%
Housing Units400
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Effective Rate11.51%
In Friendship, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death8,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities81
Friendship has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall72.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates42.2056°N, 78.1418°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants94
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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