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Leicester, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Leicester is a small town in New York with a population of 593. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
593 Population 1,647/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $37,598 per capita
$133,900 Home Value
$1,040 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,900 home value, $1,040/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $133,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,040
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population593
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,647/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$37,598
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,900
Rent$1,040
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking13.3%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries8

Is Leicester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leicester receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Leicester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leicester is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 14.4% 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 Leicester is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Leicester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Leicester has a population of 593 with a density of 1,647 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

593
Total Population
1,647
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Leicester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leicester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leicester is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Leicester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,598
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,495
County GDP$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare119
Retail201
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leicester is $133,900, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,900
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,040
11% below US avg
Rent Burden33.2%

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-Occupied78.1%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In Leicester, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits68.1%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119
Leicester has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation652 ft (199 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,647/sq mi
Coordinates42.7709°N, 77.8969°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,647/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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