Hillburn, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hillburn is a small town in New York with a population of 1,170. Residents earn $81,406 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,170 Population 525/sq mi density
$81,406 Median Income $34,832 per capita
$467,600 Home Value $498,521 Zillow
$2,109 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$81,406 median income, 7.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$467,600 home value, $2,109/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,406
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $467,600
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,109
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,170
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,406
Per Capita$34,832
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$24,442M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$467,600
Rent$2,109
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$498,521

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation535 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Libraries18

Is Hillburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillburn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Hillburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillburn is $81,406, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillburn is $467,600, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,109 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hillburn has a population of 1,170 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.3%), with 5.9% Hispanic, 15.3% Black.

Population

1,170
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.0%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.0%
199% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillburn is $81,406, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hillburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,406
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,246
IRS Avg AGI$106,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,607
County GDP$24,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants835
Healthcare1,288
Retail1,295
Manufacturing219

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,358
310% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillburn is $467,600, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,109 (81% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $498,521.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$467,600
66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$498,521

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,109
81% above US avg

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-Occupied53.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,358
310% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Hillburn, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death5,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,288

Crime Rates: Hillburn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Hillburn has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates41.1272°N, 74.1705°W
County FIPS36087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,288
Restaurants835
Retail Stores1,295

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home9.9%

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