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Pine Valley, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Pine Valley is a small town in New York with a population of 674. Residents earn $36,750 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
674 Population 562/sq mi density
$36,750 Median Income $19,830 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $180,729 Zillow
$734 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,750 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $734/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,750
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population674
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,750
Per Capita$19,830
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$734
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,729
Housing Units279
Rent Burden34.0%

Health

Obesity28.3%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking12.7%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation977 ft (298 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+13.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries6

Is Pine Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pine Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Valley is $36,750, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Valley is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pine Valley has a population of 674 with a density of 562 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

674
Total Population
562
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Valley is $36,750, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Pine Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,750
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,830
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$67,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,914
County GDP$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare189
Retail305
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Valley is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,729.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,729

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

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-Occupied60.4%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Rate5.66%
In Pine Valley, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,278
Dentists1:1,536
Mental Health1:290
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities189
Pine Valley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation977 ft (298 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density562/sq mi
Coordinates42.2303°N, 76.8480°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+13.1%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density562/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants192
Retail Stores305

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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