Painted Post, NY

New York

Painted Post is a small town in New York with a population of 1,691. Residents earn $68,009 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,691 Population 1,332/sq mi density
$68,009 Median Income $52,681 per capita
$145,600 Home Value $199,328 Zillow
$926 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,009 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,600 home value, $926/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,009
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,600
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $926
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,691
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,332/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,009
Per Capita$52,681
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,600
Rent$926
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,328
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,020 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.6%
EV Stations8
Libraries16

Is Painted Post a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Painted Post receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Painted Post stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Painted Post is $68,009, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% 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 Painted Post is $145,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Painted Post has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 53.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Painted Post has a population of 1,691 with a density of 1,332 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

1,691
Total Population
1,332
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Painted Post vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Painted Post vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Painted Post is $68,009, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Painted Post vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,009
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Painted Post is $145,600, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,328.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,600
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,328

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$926
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,297
Rent Burden30.7%

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-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate6.28%
In Painted Post, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Painted Post vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206

Crime Rates: Painted Post vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Painted Post has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall53.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,332/sq mi
Coordinates42.1638°N, 77.0924°W
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,332/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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