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Nichols, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Nichols is a small town in New York with a population of 612. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
612 Population 1,177/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $31,919 per capita
$137,900 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,900 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,900
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,177/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$31,919
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$2,022M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,900
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation786 ft (240 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Nichols a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nichols receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Nichols offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nichols is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nichols is $137,900, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nichols experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°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.

Nichols has a population of 612 with a density of 1,177 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

612
Total Population
1,177
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Nichols vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nichols vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nichols is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Nichols vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,919
Avg Weekly Wage$1,292
IRS Avg AGI$68,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)890
County GDP$2,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare87
Retail125
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,725
92% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Nichols is $137,900, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,900
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied76.9%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,725
92% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Nichols, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death6,676/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities87
Nichols has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°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

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation786 ft (240 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,177/sq mi
Coordinates42.0200°N, 76.3704°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.9-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 22.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,177/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants78
Retail Stores125

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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