Hilton, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hilton is a small city in New York with a population of 5,990. Residents earn $85,390 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
5,990 Population 3,346/sq mi density
$85,390 Median Income $31,632 per capita
$178,500 Home Value $291,088 Zillow
$1,138 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$85,390 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,500 home value, $1,138/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,390
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $178,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,138
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,990
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density3,346/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,390
Per Capita$31,632
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$65,111M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,500
Rent$1,138
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,088

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation282 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 60%
Commute24 min
EV Stations3
Libraries32

Is Hilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hilton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hilton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hilton is $85,390, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% 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 Hilton is $178,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,138 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hilton has a population of 5,990 with a density of 3,346 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

5,990
Total Population
3,346
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilton is $85,390, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,390
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,632
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$79,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)19,654
County GDP$65,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,703
Healthcare1,969
Retail2,216
Manufacturing812

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilton is $178,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,138 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,088
Median List Price$200,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$200,000
$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,138
2% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,407

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-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
In Hilton, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death7,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,969

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Safety Score

Hilton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density3,346/sq mi
Coordinates43.2900°N, 77.7926°W
County FIPS36055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.5%
D 59.5%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,346/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities1,969
Restaurants1,703
Retail Stores2,216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home6.6%

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