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Gainesville, NY

New York

Gainesville is a small town in New York with a population of 209. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 246/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $43,258 per capita
$105,800 Home Value
$693 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value, $693/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$43,258
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units112
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,618 ft (493 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries9

Is Gainesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gainesville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gainesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gainesville is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gainesville is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gainesville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gainesville has a population of 209 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

209
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gainesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gainesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gainesville is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Gainesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,258
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gainesville is $105,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

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-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
In Gainesville, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59
Gainesville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,618 ft (493 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates42.6416°N, 78.1346°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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