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Lyndonville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Lyndonville is a small town in New York with a population of 742. Residents earn $57,262 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
742 Population 727/sq mi density
$57,262 Median Income $30,669 per capita
$120,400 Home Value $196,804 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,262 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,400 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,262
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population742
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density727/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,262
Per Capita$30,669
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$1,871M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,400
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,804
Housing Units398
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking17.4%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation324 ft (99 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries4

Is Lyndonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyndonville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lyndonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyndonville is $57,262, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyndonville is $120,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyndonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 67.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lyndonville has a population of 742 with a density of 727 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

742
Total Population
727
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyndonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyndonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyndonville is $57,262, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lyndonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,262
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,669
Avg Weekly Wage$1,138
IRS Avg AGI$58,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$1,871M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare73
Retail96
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyndonville is $120,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,804.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,804

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

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-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units398
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,851
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.69%
In Lyndonville, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:13,397
Dentists1:4,369
Mental Health1:1,304
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death7,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities73
Lyndonville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall67.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation324 ft (99 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density727/sq mi
Coordinates43.3213°N, 78.3889°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 40.5-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density727/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants70
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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