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Hankins, NY

New York

Hankins is a small town in New York with a population of 205. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
205 Population 150/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $28,186 per capita
$331,800 Home Value
$1,096 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$331,800 home value, $1,096/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $331,800
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,096
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.4%
185% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$28,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.4%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$331,800
Rent$1,096
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity25.1%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking9.4%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+27.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries7

Is Hankins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hankins receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hankins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hankins is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hankins is $331,800, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,096 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% 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

Hankins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hankins has a population of 205 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.5%), with 5.9% Black.

Population

205
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Hankins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.2%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.8%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hankins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hankins is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hankins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.4%
185% 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 Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hankins is $331,800, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,096 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$331,800
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,096
6% below US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

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-Occupied36.8%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Hankins, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure23.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.1%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate66.6%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Hankins has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates41.8232°N, 75.0842°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 76.0% 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+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+27.8%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Nearby Cities

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