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Philadelphia, NY

New York

Philadelphia is a small town in New York with a population of 803. Residents earn $53,958 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
803 Population 836/sq mi density
$53,958 Median Income $25,248 per capita
$134,400 Home Value $185,902 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$53,958 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,400 home value, $731/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,958
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.9%
93% higher than US avg

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

People

Population803
Median Age24.7 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,958
Per Capita$25,248
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,400
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,902
Housing Units504
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.1%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation496 ft (151 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute35 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries22

Is Philadelphia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Philadelphia receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Philadelphia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Philadelphia is $53,958, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Philadelphia is $134,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Philadelphia 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.

Philadelphia has a population of 803 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 24.7 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

803
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
24.7yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Philadelphia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Philadelphia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Philadelphia is $53,958, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Philadelphia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,958
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,248
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.9%
93% above 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 Rate5.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Philadelphia is $134,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

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-Occupied36.4%
Housing Units504
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.11%
In Philadelphia, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Philadelphia 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

Elevation496 ft (151 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates44.1540°N, 75.7098°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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