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Jefferson, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Jefferson is a small town in New York with a population of 150. Residents earn $70,781 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
150 Population 140/sq mi density
$70,781 Median Income $35,891 per capita
$168,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,781 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,500 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,781
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,500
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,781
Per Capita$35,891
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units108
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute38 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jefferson receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Jefferson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jefferson is $70,781, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jefferson is $168,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Jefferson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 70.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Jefferson has a population of 150 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56%).

Population

150
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.3%
Female 36.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jefferson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.4%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.6%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jefferson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jefferson is $70,781, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Jefferson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,781
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,891
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jefferson is $168,500, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,500
40% below US avg
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$283
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio106.9%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$969
1 Bedroom$1,071
2 Bedrooms$1,405
3 Bedrooms$1,907
4 Bedrooms$2,340

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In Jefferson, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall70.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood
Good Days %97.0%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates42.4782°N, 74.6033°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.7%
15% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score5.16
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.3%

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