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Gardiner, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Gardiner is a small town in New York with a population of 616. Residents earn $109,583 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
616 Population 160/sq mi density
$109,583 Median Income $41,385 per capita
$356,300 Home Value
$1,694 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$356,300 home value, $1,694/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,583
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $356,300
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,694
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,583
Per Capita$41,385
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$10,454M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$356,300
Rent$1,694
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units217
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking20.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute35 min
Broadband92.5%
EV Stations6
Libraries22

Is Gardiner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gardiner receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gardiner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gardiner is $109,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Gardiner among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gardiner is $356,300, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,694 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.0% 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

Gardiner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gardiner has a population of 616 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.4%).

Population

616
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gardiner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gardiner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gardiner is $109,583, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Gardiner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,583
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,385
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,871
County GDP$10,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants622
Healthcare522
Retail683
Manufacturing205

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gardiner is $356,300, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,694 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$356,300
26% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$435
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,694
46% above US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

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-Occupied43.0%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Gardiner, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits48.5%
Premature Death7,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities522
Gardiner has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates41.6795°N, 74.1479°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.7%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities522
Restaurants622
Retail Stores683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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