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Hartwick, NY

New York

Hartwick is a small town in New York with a population of 352. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
352 Population 102/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $40,312 per capita
$185,600 Home Value
$746 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$185,600 home value, $746/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,600
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.8%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$40,312
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,600
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units241
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking11.7%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,380 ft (421 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.8%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+22.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries13

Is Hartwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartwick receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hartwick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartwick is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartwick is $185,600, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartwick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 85.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hartwick has a population of 352 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

352
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartwick is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hartwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartwick is $185,600, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,600
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied51.2%
Housing Units241
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Hartwick, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Hartwick has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall85.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,380 ft (421 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates42.6586°N, 75.0611°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.8%
36% above US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+22.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

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