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Mooers, NY

New York

Mooers is a small town in New York with a population of 423. Residents earn $69,417 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
423 Population 350/sq mi density
$69,417 Median Income $22,892 per capita
$162,900 Home Value $177,400 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$69,417 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,900 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,417
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population423
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,417
Per Capita$22,892
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$4,929M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,400
Housing Units180
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.0%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+9.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is Mooers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooers receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mooers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooers is $69,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooers is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 107.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mooers has a population of 423 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

423
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.6%
Female 31.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mooers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooers is $69,417, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mooers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,417
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,892
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$65,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,948
County GDP$4,929M

Business (County)

Restaurants187
Healthcare211
Retail323
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone54.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooers is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,400.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,400
Median List Price$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$174,900
$/Sq Ft$70
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

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-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units180
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Mooers, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,244
Dentists1:1,544
Mental Health1:275
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death7,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities211
Mooers has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall107.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates44.9636°N, 73.5955°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.1%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+9.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities211
Restaurants187
Retail Stores323

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone54.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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