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Grahamsville, NY

New York

Grahamsville is a small town in New York with a population of 328. Residents earn $103,938 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
328 Population 223/sq mi density
$103,938 Median Income $51,287 per capita
$262,500 Home Value
$879 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
45°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
4.7 / 5.0
$103,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$262,500 home value, $879/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,938
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $262,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population328
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,938
Per Capita$51,287
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$262,500
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units219
Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity28.2%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking11.0%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation977 ft (298 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries11

Is Grahamsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grahamsville 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, high health insurance coverage. Grahamsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grahamsville is $103,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Grahamsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grahamsville is $262,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grahamsville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 69.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Grahamsville has a population of 328 with a density of 223 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%), with 16.2% Black.

Population

328
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Grahamsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grahamsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grahamsville is $103,938, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Grahamsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,938
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,287
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Grahamsville is $262,500, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,500
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

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-Occupied49.0%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Grahamsville, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,069
Dentists1:2,414
Mental Health1:452
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Grahamsville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall69.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation977 ft (298 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates41.8528°N, 74.5523°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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