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Hancock, NY

New York

Hancock is a small town in New York with a population of 876. Residents earn $50,547 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
876 Population 558/sq mi density
$50,547 Median Income $26,273 per capita
$145,300 Home Value
$1,051 Median Rent 34.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$50,547 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $1,051/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,547
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,051
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population876
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,547
Per Capita$26,273
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$1,051
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units571
Rent Burden34.8%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking15.4%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation908 ft (277 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.1%
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Hancock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hancock receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hancock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hancock is $50,547, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hancock is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,051 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hancock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hancock has a population of 876 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

876
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hancock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hancock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hancock is $50,547, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hancock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,547
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,273
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hancock is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,051 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,051
10% below US avg
Rent Burden34.8%

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-Occupied56.6%
Housing Units571
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.80%
In Hancock, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Hancock has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates41.9530°N, 75.2821°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home6.4%

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