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Nelliston, NY

New York

Nelliston is a small town in New York with a population of 732. Residents earn $39,250 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
732 Population 659/sq mi density
$39,250 Median Income $27,906 per capita
$60,400 Home Value $132,838 Zillow
$635 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$39,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,400 home value, $635/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,250
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $635
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population732
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density659/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,250
Per Capita$27,906
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,400
Rent$635
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,838
Housing Units458
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+77.9%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband53.3%
Libraries6

Is Nelliston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nelliston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nelliston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nelliston is $39,250, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nelliston is $60,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nelliston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nelliston has a population of 732 with a density of 659 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%).

Population

732
Total Population
659
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nelliston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nelliston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nelliston is $39,250, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Nelliston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,250
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nelliston is $60,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,400
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,838

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$635
45% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units458
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate9.88%
In Nelliston, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep44.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Nelliston has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density659/sq mi
Coordinates42.9327°N, 74.6076°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 53.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+77.9%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density659/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Nearby Cities

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