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Laurens, NY

New York

Laurens is a small town in New York with a population of 155. Residents earn $54,750 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 1,192/sq mi density
$54,750 Median Income $32,123 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density1,192/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$32,123
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.6%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity32.2%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+78.5%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries13

Is Laurens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laurens receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Laurens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laurens is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laurens is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Laurens has a population of 155 with a density of 1,192 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

155
Total Population
1,192
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laurens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurens is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Laurens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,750
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,123
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurens is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

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-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units150
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.66%
In Laurens, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Laurens has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall83.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Coordinates42.5313°N, 75.0887°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+78.5%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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