Ilion, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Ilion is a small city in New York with a population of 7,636. Residents earn $61,880 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
7,636 Population 3,067/sq mi density
$61,880 Median Income $30,396 per capita
$100,800 Home Value $143,962 Zillow
$718 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,880 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,800 home value, $718/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,880
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,636
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density3,067/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,880
Per Capita$30,396
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,800
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,962

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation417 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries21

Is Ilion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ilion receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Ilion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ilion is $61,880, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ilion is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ilion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ilion has a population of 7,636 with a density of 3,067 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

7,636
Total Population
3,067
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ilion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ilion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ilion is $61,880, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ilion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,880
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ilion is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,962.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,962
Median List Price$129,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$129,450
$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg

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-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate7.34%
In Ilion, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590

Crime Rates: Ilion vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Ilion has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density3,067/sq mi
Coordinates43.0113°N, 75.0397°W
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,067/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

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