Homer, NY

New York

Homer is a small town in New York with a population of 3,110. Residents earn $71,675 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,110 Population 1,611/sq mi density
$71,675 Median Income $41,128 per capita
$160,500 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,675 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,500 home value, $1,050/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,675
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.6%
35% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,110
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density1,611/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,675
Per Capita$41,128
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,372M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,500
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation1,136 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.6%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Homer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homer receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Homer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homer is $71,675, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homer is $160,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Homer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 117.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Homer has a population of 3,110 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

3,110
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Homer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homer is $71,675, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Homer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,675
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,128
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$65,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,115
County GDP$2,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare107
Retail162
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Homer is $160,500, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,500
43% below US avg
Median List Price$199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,000
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% 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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Homer, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death8,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Homer has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall117.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates42.6372°N, 76.1854°W
County FIPS36023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 45.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 6.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.6%
35% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants125
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home7.8%

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