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Mount Vision, NY

New York

Mount Vision is a small town in New York with a population of 135.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
135 Population 89/sq mi density
$771 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.5%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female24% / 76%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$61,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units102
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.6%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,518 ft (463 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries13

Is Mount Vision a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Vision receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Mount Vision stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Vision has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mount Vision has a population of 135 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

135
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.4%
Female 75.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Vision vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mount Vision vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Vision is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mount Vision vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$61,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit8.3%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

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-Occupied24.1%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
In Mount Vision, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Vision vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Mount Vision has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall83.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,518 ft (463 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates42.5831°N, 75.0517°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.5%
32% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit8.3%
Work from Home9.7%

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