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Heuvelton, NY

New York

Heuvelton is a small town in New York with a population of 654. Residents earn $60,500 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
654 Population 861/sq mi density
$60,500 Median Income $34,906 per capita
$106,100 Home Value $140,200 Zillow
$778 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,500 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,100 home value, $778/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,500
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population654
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,500
Per Capita$34,906
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,100
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,200
Housing Units298
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation290 ft (88 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries22

Is Heuvelton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heuvelton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Heuvelton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heuvelton is $60,500, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Heuvelton is $106,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Heuvelton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Heuvelton has a population of 654 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

654
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Heuvelton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Heuvelton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heuvelton is $60,500, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Heuvelton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,500
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% 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 Rate6.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Heuvelton is $106,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,200.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,100
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% below US avg
Rent Burden33.2%

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-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units298
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate6.47%
In Heuvelton, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Heuvelton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 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) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation290 ft (88 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates44.6164°N, 75.4000°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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