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Narrowsburg, NY

New York

Narrowsburg is a small town in New York with a population of 480. Residents earn $53,542 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
480 Population 265/sq mi density
$53,542 Median Income $53,481 per capita
$223,800 Home Value $356,571 Zillow
$749 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$53,542 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$223,800 home value, $749/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,542
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $223,800
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.8%
95% higher than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population480
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,542
Per Capita$53,481
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$223,800
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,571
Housing Units306
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.6%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.8%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries7

Is Narrowsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Narrowsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Narrowsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Narrowsburg is $53,542, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Narrowsburg is $223,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Narrowsburg is a highly educated community — 65.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Narrowsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Narrowsburg has a population of 480 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.2%), with 34.4% Black.

Population

480
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Narrowsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Narrowsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Narrowsburg is $53,542, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Narrowsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,542
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,481
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone49.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home45.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Narrowsburg is $223,800, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,571.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,800
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,571

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

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-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units306
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Narrowsburg, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Narrowsburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates41.6011°N, 75.0508°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 65.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.8%
95% above US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone49.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home45.4%

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