Median Income $73,839

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $93,000

67% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 29.1%

14% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.9%

12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population377

Median Age47.4 yrs

Density281/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$73,839

Per Capita$32,472

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty10.9%

County GDP$3,066M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$93,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units191

Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking16.5%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain45.3 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation1,502 ft (458 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.1%

High School+90.7%

Graduate+7.4%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%

Commute15 min

Broadband69.0%

Libraries10

Is Guilford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guilford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Guilford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guilford is $73,839, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guilford is $93,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Guilford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Guilford has a population of 377 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 16.4% Hispanic.

Population

377

Total Population

281

People / sq mi

47.4yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%

Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Guilford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guilford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guilford is $73,839, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Guilford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,839
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,472
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,234
IRS Avg AGI	$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.9%
	12% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,040
County GDP	$3,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants	91
Healthcare	110
Retail	164
Manufacturing	55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,373
	82% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.1 min
Drive Alone	86.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Guilford is $93,000, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$93,000
	67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.7%

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-Occupied	89.0%
Housing Units	191
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,373
	82% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.85%

In Guilford, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	29.9%
Asthma	12.1%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	26.9%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,324
Dentists	1:3,097
Mental Health	1:522
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	59.0%
Premature Death	10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	54.6%
Healthcare Facilities	110

Guilford has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.8°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.3 inches
	19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,502 ft (458 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density	281/sq mi
Coordinates	42.4073°N, 75.4854°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36017

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%

D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.1%
	14% below US avg
High School+	90.7%
Graduate Degree+	7.4%
School Test Score	5.39

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	281/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.0%
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	110
Restaurants	91
Retail Stores	164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.1 min
Drive Alone	86.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.4%

Guilford, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Guilford a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Guilford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Guilford vs U.S. Average

Income: Guilford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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