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Limestone, NY

New York

Limestone is a small town in New York with a population of 383. Residents earn $38,413 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
383 Population 227/sq mi density
$38,413 Median Income $24,561 per capita
$73,200 Home Value $108,889 Zillow
$408 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$38,413 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,200 home value, $408/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,413
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,200
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $408
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population383
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,413
Per Capita$24,561
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.9%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,200
Rent$408
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,889
Housing Units197
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking15.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries13

Is Limestone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Limestone receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Limestone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Limestone is $38,413, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Limestone is $73,200, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $408 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Limestone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Limestone has a population of 383 with a density of 227 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 (93.5%).

Population

383
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.9%
Female 62.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Limestone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Limestone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Limestone is $38,413, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Limestone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,413
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Limestone is $73,200, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $408 (65% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,889.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,200
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,889

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$408
65% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

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-Occupied67.8%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate8.87%
In Limestone, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,316
Dentists1:2,184
Mental Health1:521
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Limestone has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates42.0173°N, 78.6313°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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