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Pamelia Center, NY

New York

Pamelia Center is a small town in New York with a population of 781. Residents earn $75,200 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
781 Population 558/sq mi density
$75,200 Median Income $27,160 per capita
$166,300 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,200 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,300 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,200
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Pamelia Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population781
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,200
Per Capita$27,160
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.8%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation464 ft (141 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries22

Is Pamelia Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pamelia Center receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pamelia Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pamelia Center is $75,200, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pamelia Center is $166,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pamelia Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pamelia Center has a population of 781 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

781
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pamelia Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pamelia Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pamelia Center is $75,200, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pamelia Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,200
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,160
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pamelia Center is $166,300, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,300
41% below US avg
Median List Price$340,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$340,000
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units175
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Pamelia Center, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pamelia Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Pamelia Center has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation464 ft (141 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates44.0356°N, 75.9033°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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