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Hartwick Seminary, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hartwick Seminary is a small town in New York with a population of 322. Residents earn $50,750 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 164/sq mi density
$50,750 Median Income $24,636 per capita
$221,400 Home Value
$796 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$221,400 home value, $796/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,750
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,400
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age68.6 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,750
Per Capita$24,636
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute10 min

Housing

A
Home Value$221,400
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units91
Rent Burden32.6%

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking10.8%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute10 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries4

Is Hartwick Seminary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartwick Seminary receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hartwick Seminary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartwick Seminary is $50,750, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartwick Seminary is $221,400, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartwick Seminary 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 Seminary has a population of 322 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 68.6 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

322
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
68.6yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartwick Seminary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartwick Seminary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartwick Seminary is $50,750, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Hartwick Seminary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,750
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,636
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartwick Seminary is $221,400, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,400
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden32.6%

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-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Hartwick Seminary, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Hartwick Seminary 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

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates42.6522°N, 74.9602°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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