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Madrid, NY

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Madrid is a small town in New York with a population of 753. Residents earn $88,500 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
753 Population 202/sq mi density
$88,500 Median Income $28,987 per capita
$136,700 Home Value $146,675 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$88,500 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,700 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,500
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $136,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population753
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,500
Per Capita$28,987
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,700
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,675
Housing Units266
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation274 ft (84 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.6%
Libraries22

Is Madrid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madrid receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Madrid stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madrid is $88,500, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madrid is $136,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Madrid has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Madrid has a population of 753 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

753
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Madrid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madrid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madrid is $88,500, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Madrid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,500
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Madrid is $136,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,675.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,675

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio87.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

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-Occupied72.6%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%
In Madrid, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Madrid has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation274 ft (84 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates44.7474°N, 75.1294°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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