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Matinecock, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Matinecock is a small town in New York with a population of 787. Residents earn $179,688 per year, which is 139% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
787 Population 295/sq mi density
$179,688 Median Income $124,910 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$2,833 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$179,688 median income, 0.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,833/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $179,688
139% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.3%
120% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,833
144% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population787
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$179,688
Per Capita$124,910
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute38 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,833
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units300
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity25.9%
Uninsured4.2%
Smoking6.9%
Depression15.6%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.3%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+26.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute38 min
Broadband97.6%
Libraries63

Is Matinecock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matinecock receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Matinecock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matinecock is $179,688, which is significantly higher than the national average — 139% above $75,149. This places Matinecock among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Matinecock is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,833 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Matinecock is a highly educated community — 74.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Matinecock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Matinecock has a population of 787 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%).

Population

787
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Matinecock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Matinecock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matinecock is $179,688, which is 139% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Matinecock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$179,688
139% above US avg
Per Capita Income$124,910
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Drive Alone45.0%
Public Transit11.3%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Matinecock is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,833 (144% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$563
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,833
144% above US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

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-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units300
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Matinecock, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.2% of residents lack health insurance. 6.9% are current smokers. 15.6% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.9%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression15.6%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress9.0%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured4.2%
51% below US avg
Primary Care1:734
Dentists1:824
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate80.0%
Dental Visits74.8%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Matinecock has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates40.8594°N, 73.5805°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 74.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (120% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 97.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.3%
120% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+26.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.6%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Drive Alone45.0%
Public Transit11.3%
Work from Home24.1%

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