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Palatine Bridge, NY

New York

Palatine Bridge is a small town in New York with a population of 682. Residents earn $62,404 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
682 Population 741/sq mi density
$62,404 Median Income $47,111 per capita
$136,700 Home Value $183,894 Zillow
$397 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,404 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,700 home value, $397/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,404
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $397
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population682
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density741/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,404
Per Capita$47,111
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,700
Rent$397
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,894
Housing Units393
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation409 ft (125 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries6

Is Palatine Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palatine Bridge receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Palatine Bridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palatine Bridge is $62,404, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palatine Bridge is $136,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $397 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Palatine Bridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°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.

Palatine Bridge has a population of 682 with a density of 741 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

682
Total Population
741
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Palatine Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palatine Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palatine Bridge is $62,404, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Palatine Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,404
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,111
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Palatine Bridge is $136,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $397 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,894.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,894

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$35
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$397
66% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

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-Occupied57.7%
Housing Units393
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In Palatine Bridge, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Palatine Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,906
Dentists1:1,654
Mental Health1:968
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Palatine Bridge has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°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

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation409 ft (125 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density741/sq mi
Coordinates42.9158°N, 74.5775°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density741/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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