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Millport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Millport is a small town in New York with a population of 340. Residents earn $44,038 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
340 Population 971/sq mi density
$44,038 Median Income $22,765 per capita
$96,800 Home Value $159,985 Zillow
$1,583 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$44,038 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,800 home value, $1,583/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,038
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,583
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population340
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,038
Per Capita$22,765
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,800
Rent$1,583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,985
Housing Units172
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity28.0%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.7%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation698 ft (213 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband69.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Millport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millport receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Millport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millport is $44,038, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millport is $96,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Millport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Millport has a population of 340 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

340
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Millport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millport is $44,038, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Millport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,038
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,765
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$67,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,914
County GDP$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare189
Retail305
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Millport is $96,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,583 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,985.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,985

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,583
36% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

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-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Rate8.03%
In Millport, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities189
Millport has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates42.2681°N, 76.8362°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 69.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants192
Retail Stores305

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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