Hadley, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hadley is a small town in New York with a population of 1,151. Residents earn $79,554 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,151 Population 794/sq mi density
$79,554 Median Income $34,391 per capita
$188,600 Home Value
$950 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$79,554 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,600 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,554
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,600
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,151
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density794/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,554
Per Capita$34,391
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$16,620M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation670 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute31 min
Libraries12

Is Hadley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hadley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hadley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hadley is $79,554, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hadley is $188,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hadley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 60.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hadley has a population of 1,151 with a density of 794 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 (93.1%).

Population

1,151
Total Population
794
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Hadley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hadley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hadley is $79,554, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hadley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,554
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,302
IRS Avg AGI$111,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,486
County GDP$16,620M

Business (County)

Restaurants567
Healthcare609
Retail707
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,137
161% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hadley is $188,600, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,600
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg

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-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,137
161% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
In Hadley, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death5,526/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities609

Crime Rates: Hadley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Hadley has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall60.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation670 ft (204 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates43.3125°N, 73.8467°W
County FIPS36091
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density794/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities609
Restaurants567
Retail Stores707

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home8.4%

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