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Hunt, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hunt is a small town in New York with a population of 120. Residents earn $33,967 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
120 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$33,967 Median Income $13,958 per capita
$68,800 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,967 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,967
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.6%
139% higher than US avg

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

People

Population120
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,967
Per Capita$13,958
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.6%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units44
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking14.5%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,337 ft (408 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries8

Is Hunt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunt receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hunt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunt is $33,967, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hunt is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hunt has a population of 120 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

120
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hunt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunt is $33,967, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hunt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,967
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,958
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.6%
139% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,495
County GDP$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare119
Retail201
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunt is $68,800, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

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-Occupied95.3%
Housing Units44
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate11.89%
In Hunt, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate64.1%
Dental Visits46.2%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119
Hunt has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,337 ft (408 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates42.5476°N, 77.9912°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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