New York · Metropolitan Area
North Ballston Spa is a small town in New York with a population of 1,207. Residents earn $86,917 per year, which is 16% above the national average.
Based on current data, North Ballston Spa receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. North Ballston Spa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in North Ballston Spa is $86,917, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.0% 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.
The median home value in North Ballston Spa is $229,900, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,652 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
North Ballston Spa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,917 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,615 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,302 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $111,129 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,486 |
| County GDP | $16,620M |
| Restaurants | 567 |
| Healthcare | 609 |
| Retail | 707 |
| Manufacturing | 133 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,137 |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |
| Census Median | $229,900 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,652 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,137 |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,526/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 609 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 63.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 403 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,387/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0196°N, 73.8522°W |
| County FIPS | 36091 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.0% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,387/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 609 |
| Restaurants | 567 |
| Retail Stores | 707 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |