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New York · Metropolitan Area

Poland is a small town in New York with a population of 467. Residents earn $67,917 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
467 Population 865/sq mi density
$67,917 Median Income $32,442 per capita
$134,400 Home Value $241,986 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$67,917 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,400 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,917
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density865/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,917
Per Capita$32,442
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,986
Housing Units201
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation717 ft (219 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+82.5%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries21

Is Poland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 above-average unemployment. Poland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poland is $67,917, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poland is $134,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Poland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Poland has a population of 467 with a density of 865 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

467
Total Population
865
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Poland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poland is $67,917, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Poland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,917
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,442
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Poland is $134,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,986.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,986

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

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-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units201
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate5.51%
In Poland, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,421
Dentists1:1,831
Mental Health1:445
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Poland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation717 ft (219 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates43.2257°N, 75.0627°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+82.5%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density865/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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