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Hortonville, NY

New York

Hortonville is a small town in New York with a population of 284. Residents earn $98,750 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
284 Population 374/sq mi density
$98,750 Median Income $40,432 per capita
$184,100 Home Value
$688 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$98,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,100 home value, $688/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,750
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,750
Per Capita$40,432
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,100
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity28.2%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking10.6%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+99.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute39 min
Broadband73.5%
Libraries7

Is Hortonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hortonville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Hortonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hortonville is $98,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Hortonville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hortonville is $184,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hortonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hortonville has a population of 284 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hortonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hortonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hortonville is $98,750, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Hortonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,750
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone46.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hortonville is $184,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,100
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

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-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Hortonville, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Hortonville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density374/sq mi
Coordinates41.7661°N, 75.0220°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+99.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone46.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.5%

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