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Nelsonville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Nelsonville is a small town in New York with a population of 714. Residents earn $133,125 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
714 Population 693/sq mi density
$133,125 Median Income $58,435 per capita
$577,200 Home Value
$1,855 Median Rent 39.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$133,125 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$577,200 home value, $1,855/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,125
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $577,200
105% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.4%
73% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,855
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.7%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population714
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,125
Per Capita$58,435
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$5,494M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$577,200
Rent$1,855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units279
Rent Burden39.6%

Health

Obesity25.7%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking8.1%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation323 ft (98 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.4%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+26.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Nelsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nelsonville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Nelsonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nelsonville is $133,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Nelsonville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nelsonville is $577,200, making it a premium housing market at 105% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,855 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Nelsonville is a highly educated community — 58.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nelsonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nelsonville has a population of 714 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%).

Population

714
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nelsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nelsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nelsonville is $133,125, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Nelsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,125
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,435
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$112,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,328
County GDP$5,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare245
Retail298
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nelsonville is $577,200, 105% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,855 (60% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$577,200
105% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,855
60% above US avg
Rent Burden39.6%

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-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Nelsonville, 25.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.1% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.7%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death4,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities245
Nelsonville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation323 ft (98 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates41.4295°N, 73.9499°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 58.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.4%
73% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+26.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities245
Restaurants222
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home20.7%

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