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High Falls, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

High Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 624. Residents earn $60,724 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
624 Population 369/sq mi density
$60,724 Median Income $36,145 per capita
$285,200 Home Value $483,859 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$60,724 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$285,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,724
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $285,200
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.6%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population624
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,724
Per Capita$36,145
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty17.6%
County GDP$10,454M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$285,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$483,859
Housing Units236
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking10.7%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation231 ft (70 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.6%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+23.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations4
Libraries22

Is High Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, High Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. High Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in High Falls is $60,724, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in High Falls is $285,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

High Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

High Falls has a population of 624 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

624
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

High Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

High Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in High Falls is $60,724, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: High Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,724
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,145
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,871
County GDP$10,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants622
Healthcare522
Retail683
Manufacturing205

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.8%

Walkability

The median home value in High Falls is $285,200, 1% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $483,859.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,200
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$483,859

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In High Falls, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: High Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death7,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities522
High Falls has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation231 ft (70 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates41.8255°N, 74.1203°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 49.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.7%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.6%
47% above US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+23.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities522
Restaurants622
Retail Stores683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.8%

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