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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,675 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,128 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,598 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,115 |
| County GDP | $2,372M |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 162 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,895 |
| 126% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.92% |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
| Census Median | $160,500 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $199,000 |
| Median List Price | $199,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,050 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,895 |
| 126% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.92% |
| Obesity | 28.0% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,256/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 117.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,136 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,611/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6372°N, 76.1854°W |
| County FIPS | 36023 |
Winner: Republican by 6.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.6% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,611/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Retail Stores | 162 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |