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Hailesboro, NY

New York

Hailesboro is a small town in New York with a population of 608. Residents earn $50,156 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
608 Population 129/sq mi density
$50,156 Median Income $31,393 per capita
$154,200 Home Value
$838 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,156 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,200 home value, $838/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,156
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population608
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,156
Per Capita$31,393
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units319
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation500 ft (152 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries22

Is Hailesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hailesboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hailesboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hailesboro is $50,156, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hailesboro is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hailesboro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hailesboro has a population of 608 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

608
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hailesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hailesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hailesboro is $50,156, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hailesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,156
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,393
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hailesboro is $154,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

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-Occupied67.4%
Housing Units319
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Hailesboro, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Hailesboro has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation500 ft (152 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates44.3116°N, 75.4330°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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