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Millerton, NY

New York

Millerton is a small town in New York with a population of 801. Residents earn $80,897 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
801 Population 1,292/sq mi density
$80,897 Median Income $36,363 per capita
$245,300 Home Value $445,689 Zillow
$1,177 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,897 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$245,300 home value, $1,177/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,897
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $245,300
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,177
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population801
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,292/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,897
Per Capita$36,363
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$6,465M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,300
Rent$1,177
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$445,689
Housing Units373
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity28.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking11.9%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation703 ft (214 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+74.3%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute18 min
Broadband83.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Millerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millerton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Millerton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millerton is $80,897, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millerton is $245,300, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Millerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Millerton has a population of 801 with a density of 1,292 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.8%), with 14.6% Hispanic.

Population

801
Total Population
1,292
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Millerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.2%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.8%
175% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Millerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millerton is $80,897, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Millerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,897
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,363
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Millerton is $245,300, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $445,689.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,300
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$445,689

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

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-Occupied56.9%
Housing Units373
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Millerton, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits63.0%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340
Millerton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,292/sq mi
Coordinates41.9555°N, 73.5131°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09160
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+74.3%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,292/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.0%

Nearby Cities

Pine Plains, NY 1,203 pop · 7.6 mi Canaan, CT 1,297 pop · 10.9 mi Millbrook, NY 1,316 pop · 15.0 mi Dover Plains, NY 1,077 pop · 15.3 mi Great Barrington, MA 1,953 pop · 18.2 mi Red Hook, NY 2,119 pop · 18.9 mi New Preston, CT 1,121 pop · 20.4 mi Rhinebeck, NY 2,674 pop · 20.5 mi Bard College, NY 1,237 pop · 20.9 mi Housatonic, MA 1,054 pop · 21.3 mi Torrington, CT 35,481 pop · 21.3 mi Philmont, NY 1,575 pop · 21.4 mi Pleasant Valley, NY 1,814 pop · 21.7 mi Claverack-Red Mills, NY 1,033 pop · 21.8 mi
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