Old Field, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Old Field is a small town in New York with a population of 1,033. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,033 Population 499/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $162,315 per capita
$1,236,400 Home Value
$3,501 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$1,236,400 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,236,400
339% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.5%
148% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,033
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$162,315
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,236,400
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation15 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.5%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Libraries63

Is Old Field a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Field receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Old Field stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Field is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Old Field among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.3% 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 Old Field is $1,236,400, making it a premium housing market at 339% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Old Field is a highly educated community — 83.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Field experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Old Field has a population of 1,033 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,033
Total Population
499
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Field vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Field vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Field is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Old Field vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$162,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Field is $1,236,400, 339% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,236,400
339% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg

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-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Old Field, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Field vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

Crime Rates: Old Field vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Old Field has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density499/sq mi
Coordinates40.9667°N, 73.1310°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (148% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.5%
148% above US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density499/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home19.3%

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