New York
Hornell is a small city in New York with a population of 8,173. Residents earn $46,321 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hornell receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hornell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hornell is $46,321, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Hornell is $86,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 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.
Hornell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,372 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Hornell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 62.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 92.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.1% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,321 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,527 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,387 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,746 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,170 |
| County GDP | $5,787M |
| Restaurants | 220 |
| Healthcare | 206 |
| Retail | 294 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,139 |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.55% |
| Commute Time | 17.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.4% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
| Census Median | $86,600 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $107,692 |
| Median List Price | $117,449 |
| Median List Price | $117,449 |
| $/Sq Ft | $59 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.5% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $769 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.7% |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,139 |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 10.55% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,363/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 206 |
| Total Violent | 59.2/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 59.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,372.3/100K |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 153.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,194.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 23.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 62.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,157 ft (353 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,492/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3330°N, 77.6632°W |
| County FIPS | 36101 |
Winner: Republican by 31.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,492/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 84.4% |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 206 |
| Restaurants | 220 |
| Retail Stores | 294 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 17.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.4% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |