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Old Forge, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Old Forge is a small town in New York with a population of 359. Residents earn $70,313 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
359 Population 201/sq mi density
$70,313 Median Income $49,438 per capita
$332,200 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$70,313 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$332,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,313
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $332,200
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.3%
91% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,313
Per Capita$49,438
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,360M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$332,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units758
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.1%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,859 ft (567 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.3%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+15.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.3%
EV Stations9
Libraries13

Is Old Forge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Forge receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Old Forge 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 Forge is $70,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Forge is $332,200, 18% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Old Forge is a highly educated community — 64.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Forge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 157.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Old Forge has a population of 359 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 7% Black.

Population

359
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Forge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Forge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Forge is $70,313, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Old Forge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,313
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,438
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$62,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,297
County GDP$2,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare115
Retail163
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,453
84% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Forge is $332,200, 18% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,200
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.5%

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-Occupied69.4%
Housing Units758
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,453
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Old Forge, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,746
Dentists1:2,493
Mental Health1:1,044
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death7,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities115
Old Forge has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall157.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,859 ft (567 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates43.7064°N, 74.9691°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 64.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.4-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 36.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.3%
91% above US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+15.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants164
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

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