Pine Bush, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Pine Bush is a small town in New York with a population of 1,720. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,720 Population 815/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $42,065 per capita
$299,400 Home Value $424,779 Zillow
$1,266 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$299,400 home value, $1,266/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,400
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,266
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,720
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density815/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$42,065
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$27,748M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,400
Rent$1,266
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$424,779

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation390 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Pine Bush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Bush receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pine Bush offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Bush is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Pine Bush among higher-income communities. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Bush is $299,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,266 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Bush experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pine Bush has a population of 1,720 with a density of 815 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 5% Black.

Population

1,720
Total Population
815
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Bush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Bush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Bush is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Pine Bush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,065
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$84,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,900
County GDP$27,748M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,008
Healthcare994
Retail1,572
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Bush is $299,400, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,266 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $424,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,400
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$424,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$250
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,266
9% above US avg

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-Occupied45.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Pine Bush, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Bush vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death6,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.5%
Healthcare Facilities994

Crime Rates: Pine Bush vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pine Bush has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density815/sq mi
Coordinates41.6095°N, 74.2965°W
County FIPS36071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density815/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities994
Restaurants1,008
Retail Stores1,572

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home4.2%

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