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Mongaup Valley, NY

New York

Mongaup Valley is a small town in New York with a population of 269. Residents earn $113,192 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
269 Population 54/sq mi density
$113,192 Median Income $36,809 per capita
45°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,192 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,192
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,192
Per Capita$36,809
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute23 min

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking14.1%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,146 ft (349 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries11

Is Mongaup Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mongaup Valley is $113,192, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Mongaup Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mongaup Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 69.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mongaup Valley has a population of 269 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 22.7% Black.

Population

269
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mongaup Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only37.5%
52% below US avg
Spanish62.5%
366% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mongaup Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mongaup Valley is $113,192, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Mongaup Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,192
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,809
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.7%

Walkability

In Mongaup Valley, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mongaup Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,069
Dentists1:2,414
Mental Health1:452
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Mongaup Valley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. The area enjoys 271 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 Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall69.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,146 ft (349 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates41.6803°N, 74.7799°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.7%

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