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Hemlock, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hemlock is a small town in New York with a population of 736. Residents earn $103,583 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
736 Population 396/sq mi density
$103,583 Median Income $33,228 per capita
$172,400 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$103,583 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,400 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,583
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $172,400
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population736
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$103,583
Per Capita$33,228
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units280
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity30.1%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking12.0%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute34 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Hemlock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hemlock receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hemlock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hemlock is $103,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Hemlock among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hemlock is $172,400, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hemlock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hemlock has a population of 736 with a density of 396 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

736
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Hemlock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hemlock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hemlock is $103,583, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hemlock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,583
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,495
County GDP$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare119
Retail201
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hemlock is $172,400, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,400
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

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-Occupied98.0%
Housing Units280
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In Hemlock, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119
Hemlock has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates42.7938°N, 77.6074°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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