Holley, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Holley is a small town in New York with a population of 1,994. Residents earn $60,607 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,994 Population 1,570/sq mi density
$60,607 Median Income $34,276 per capita
$117,400 Home Value $211,551 Zillow
$735 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,607 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,400 home value, $735/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,607
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,400
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,994
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,570/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,607
Per Capita$34,276
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$1,871M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,400
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,551

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation537 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Holley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Holley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holley is $60,607, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holley is $117,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Holley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 67.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Holley has a population of 1,994 with a density of 1,570 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 4.8% Black.

Population

1,994
Total Population
1,570
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holley is $60,607, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Holley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,607
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,138
IRS Avg AGI$58,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$1,871M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare73
Retail96
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holley is $117,400, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,551

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below 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-Occupied58.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%
In Holley, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death7,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities73

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Holley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall67.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,570/sq mi
Coordinates43.2247°N, 78.0292°W
County FIPS36073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,570/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants70
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

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