Choose Country

Hunter, NY

New York

Hunter is a small town in New York with a population of 182. Residents earn $70,227 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 94/sq mi density
$70,227 Median Income $43,926 per capita
$381,300 Home Value
$1,500 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,227 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$381,300 home value, $1,500/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,227
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $381,300
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,227
Per Capita$43,926
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute17 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$381,300
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units668
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.0%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,595 ft (486 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband96.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hunter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter is $70,227, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hunter is $381,300, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches, including 94.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hunter has a population of 182 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

182
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.4%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.6%
128% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hunter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter is $70,227, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hunter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,227
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunter is $381,300, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$381,300
35% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above US avg
Rent Burden33.2%

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-Occupied65.6%
Housing Units668
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Hunter, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,464
Dentists1:2,827
Mental Health1:960
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Hunter has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall94.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,595 ft (486 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates42.2105°N, 74.2154°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

Nearby Cities

Cairo, NY 1,565 pop · 12.3 mi Woodstock, NY 2,562 pop · 12.6 mi West Hurley, NY 1,733 pop · 15.0 mi Shokan, NY 1,220 pop · 15.9 mi Saugerties, NY 3,877 pop · 16.9 mi Saugerties South, NY 2,253 pop · 16.9 mi Jefferson Heights, NY 1,193 pop · 17.1 mi Ruby, NY 1,147 pop · 17.2 mi Germantown, NY 1,107 pop · 17.5 mi Glasco, NY 2,275 pop · 17.9 mi Catskill, NY 3,803 pop · 18.3 mi Lake Katrine, NY 2,284 pop · 19.4 mi Bard College, NY 1,237 pop · 20.4 mi Lincoln Park, NY 2,406 pop · 20.5 mi
Compare Hunter with another city: