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Parishville, NY

New York

Parishville is a small town in New York with a population of 750. Residents earn $77,847 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
750 Population 228/sq mi density
$77,847 Median Income $28,623 per capita
$95,400 Home Value $112,086 Zillow
$1,013 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$77,847 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value, $1,013/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,847
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population750
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density228/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,847
Per Capita$28,623
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty22.0%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,086
Housing Units318
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation929 ft (283 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries5

Is Parishville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parishville is $77,847, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parishville is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Parishville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Parishville has a population of 750 with a density of 228 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

750
Total Population
228
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Parishville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parishville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parishville is $77,847, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Parishville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,847
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,623
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parishville is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,086.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,086

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio87.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

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-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units318
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate8.46%
In Parishville, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Parishville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,898
Dentists1:1,784
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Parishville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation929 ft (283 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density228/sq mi
Coordinates44.6297°N, 74.7927°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density228/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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