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Haines Falls, NY

New York

Haines Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 401. Residents earn $114,750 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
401 Population 489/sq mi density
$114,750 Median Income $49,182 per capita
$242,800 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$114,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,800 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,750
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,800
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population401
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$114,750
Per Capita$49,182
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units166
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is Haines Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haines Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Haines Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haines Falls is $114,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Haines Falls among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haines Falls is $242,800, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Haines Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches, including 94.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Haines Falls has a population of 401 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

401
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Haines Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haines Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haines Falls is $114,750, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Haines Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,750
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,182
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Haines Falls is $242,800, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,800
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

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-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Haines Falls, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Haines Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,464
Dentists1:2,827
Mental Health1:960
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Haines Falls has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall94.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates42.1970°N, 74.1009°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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