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Hammondsport, NY

New York

Hammondsport is a small town in New York with a population of 564. Residents earn $70,521 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
564 Population 1,611/sq mi density
$70,521 Median Income $44,282 per capita
$189,200 Home Value $317,869 Zillow
$722 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,521 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,200 home value, $722/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,521
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $722
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density1,611/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,521
Per Capita$44,282
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,200
Rent$722
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,869
Housing Units373
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation755 ft (230 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+18.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Broadband86.5%
EV Stations6
Libraries16

Is Hammondsport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammondsport receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Hammondsport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hammondsport is $70,521, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammondsport is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammondsport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hammondsport has a population of 564 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

564
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammondsport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hammondsport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammondsport is $70,521, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hammondsport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,521
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,282
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammondsport is $189,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $722 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,869.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$317,869

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$722
38% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

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-Occupied66.3%
Housing Units373
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Hammondsport, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Hammondsport has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates42.4087°N, 77.2229°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+18.0%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

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