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Jeffersonville, NY

New York

Jeffersonville is a small town in New York with a population of 417. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
417 Population 1,017/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $38,280 per capita
$223,800 Home Value $327,926 Zillow
$1,037 Median Rent 34.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$223,800 home value, $1,037/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $223,800
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,037
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density1,017/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$38,280
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,800
Rent$1,037
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,926
Housing Units215
Rent Burden34.8%

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking12.0%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband99.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is Jeffersonville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jeffersonville is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jeffersonville is $223,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,037 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Jeffersonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Jeffersonville has a population of 417 with a density of 1,017 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 6% Black.

Population

417
Total Population
1,017
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeffersonville is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Jeffersonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,280
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jeffersonville is $223,800, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,037 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,926.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,800
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,926

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,037
11% below US avg
Rent Burden34.8%

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-Occupied58.6%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Jeffersonville, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,069
Dentists1:2,414
Mental Health1:452
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Jeffersonville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,017/sq mi
Coordinates41.7775°N, 74.9259°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 99.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,017/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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