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Hermon, NY

New York

Hermon is a small town in New York with a population of 603. Residents earn $83,173 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
603 Population 1,231/sq mi density
$83,173 Median Income $26,649 per capita
$75,300 Home Value $115,637 Zillow
$567 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$83,173 median income, 16.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,300 home value, $567/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,173
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.6%
361% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density1,231/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,173
Per Capita$26,649
Unemployment16.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,300
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,637
Housing Units158
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation498 ft (152 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute38 min
Broadband73.3%
Libraries22

Is Hermon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hermon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Hermon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hermon is $83,173, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 16.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hermon is $75,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% 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

Hermon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hermon has a population of 603 with a density of 1,231 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 9.6% Hispanic.

Population

603
Total Population
1,231
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.2%
Female 35.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hermon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hermon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hermon is $83,173, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Hermon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,173
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.6%
361% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hermon is $75,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$20
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$567
51% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate9.12%
In Hermon, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.7%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits51.2%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Hermon has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Coordinates44.4671°N, 75.2312°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 73.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.3%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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