Hurley, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hurley is a small town in New York with a population of 3,420. Residents earn $87,750 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,420 Population 623/sq mi density
$87,750 Median Income $54,855 per capita
$327,100 Home Value
$1,115 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$327,100 home value, $1,115/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,750
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $327,100
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.0%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,115
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,420
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,750
Per Capita$54,855
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$10,454M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$327,100
Rent$1,115
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,695
Rent Burden40.8%

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking10.9%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation242 ft (74 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.0%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+25.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Hurley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hurley receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Hurley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hurley is $87,750, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hurley is $327,100, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hurley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hurley has a population of 3,420 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

3,420
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hurley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hurley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hurley is $87,750, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hurley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,750
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,855
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,871
County GDP$10,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants622
Healthcare522
Retail683
Manufacturing205

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hurley is $327,100, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,100
16% above US avg
Median List Price$459,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$459,000
$/Sq Ft$340
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,115
4% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

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-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units1,695
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Hurley, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death7,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities522
Hurley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation242 ft (74 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates41.9102°N, 74.0622°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 48.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.7%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.0%
42% above US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+25.4%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities522
Restaurants622
Retail Stores683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home15.5%

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