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Machias, NY

New York

Machias is a small town in New York with a population of 675. Residents earn $70,127 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
675 Population 689/sq mi density
$70,127 Median Income $24,033 per capita
$66,100 Home Value
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
3.9 / 5.0
$70,127 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,127
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,100
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density689/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,127
Per Capita$24,033
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units271
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking20.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,648 ft (502 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute13 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries13

Is Machias a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Machias 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. Machias offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Machias is $70,127, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Machias is $66,100, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Machias experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 108.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Machias has a population of 675 with a density of 689 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

675
Total Population
689
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Machias vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Machias vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Machias is $70,127, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Machias vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,127
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,033
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% 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 Rate9.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.3 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Machias is $66,100, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,100
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

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-Occupied98.2%
Housing Units271
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate9.82%
In Machias, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits55.4%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Machias has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall108.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,648 ft (502 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density689/sq mi
Coordinates42.4136°N, 78.4871°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 91.1% 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+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density689/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.3 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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