Little Falls, NY

New York

Little Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 4,567. Residents earn $51,763 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,567 Population 1,189/sq mi density
$51,763 Median Income $28,302 per capita
$91,100 Home Value $154,963 Zillow
$793 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
185 Violent Crime/100K 2,503 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,763 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,100 home value, $793/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
185 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,763
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,100
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 185/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,567
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,763
Per Capita$28,302
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,100
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,963

Crime

F
Violent185/100K
Property2,503/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault123/100K
Burglary308/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation452 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Little Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Little Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Falls is $51,763, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Falls is $91,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Little Falls is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,503 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Little Falls has a population of 4,567 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

4,567
Total Population
1,189
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Falls is $51,763, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Little Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,763
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,302
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$62,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare172
Retail196
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Falls is $91,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,963.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,963
Median List Price$149,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$149,900
$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops11.5%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$793
32% below US avg

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-Occupied63.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Rate7.60%
In Little Falls, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Little Falls has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,503 per 100,000 (28% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Little Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent184.6/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape61.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault123.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,502.6/100K
28% above US avg
Burglary307.7/100K
Theft2,153.9/100K
Vehicle Theft41.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Little Falls has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation452 ft (138 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Coordinates43.0448°N, 74.8567°W
County FIPS36035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants118
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home6.7%

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