Median Income
$43,095
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$89,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$699
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.6%
74% higher than US avg
How Little Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,096
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,096/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,095
Per Capita$25,022
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$89,300
Rent$699
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation1,573 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Libraries13
Is Little Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Little Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Little Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Little Valley is $43,095, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Little Valley is $89,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $699 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Little Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 133.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Little Valley has a population of 1,096 with a density of 1,096 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 4% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.
Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Little Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Little Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Little Valley is $43,095, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Little Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,095 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,022 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% |
| 74% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,778 |
| County GDP | $3,919M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 201 |
| Healthcare | 159 |
| Retail | 284 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,494 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Little Valley is $89,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $699 (40% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,300 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $699 |
| 40% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,494 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.27% |
In Little Valley, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Little Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,681/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 159 |
Crime Rates: Little Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Little Valley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.1 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 133.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,573 ft (479 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,096/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2494°N, 78.7988°W |
| County FIPS | 36009 |