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Hobart, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hobart is a small town in New York with a population of 410. Residents earn $62,813 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
410 Population 820/sq mi density
$62,813 Median Income $33,881 per capita
$142,600 Home Value $219,949 Zillow
$723 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,813 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,600 home value, $723/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,813
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,600
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $723
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population410
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density820/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,813
Per Capita$33,881
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,600
Rent$723
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,949
Housing Units208
Rent Burden22.7%

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+10.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries4

Is Hobart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hobart 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 above-average unemployment. Hobart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hobart is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hobart is $142,600, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hobart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 70.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hobart has a population of 410 with a density of 820 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

410
Total Population
820
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hobart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hobart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hobart is $62,813, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hobart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,813
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,881
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone61.0%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hobart is $142,600, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,600
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$723
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

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-Occupied61.8%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate5.08%
In Hobart, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Hobart has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall70.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density820/sq mi
Coordinates42.3722°N, 74.6685°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+10.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density820/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone61.0%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home8.7%

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