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Prattsburgh, NY

New York

Prattsburgh is a small town in New York with a population of 612. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
612 Population 373/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $26,652 per capita
$90,800 Home Value
$1,640 Median Rent 43.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $1,640/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,640
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$26,652
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,340M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
Rent$1,640
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units293
Rent Burden43.5%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking19.0%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,452 ft (443 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries3

Is Prattsburgh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prattsburgh receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Prattsburgh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prattsburgh is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prattsburgh is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,640 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Prattsburgh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Prattsburgh has a population of 612 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

612
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Prattsburgh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Prattsburgh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prattsburgh is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Prattsburgh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,652
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$71,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)686
County GDP$1,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare45
Retail83
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Prattsburgh is $90,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,640 (41% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,640
41% above US avg
Rent Burden43.5%

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-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units293
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Rate9.89%
In Prattsburgh, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,051
Dentists1:2,223
Mental Health1:844
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access44.5%
Healthcare Facilities45
Prattsburgh has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.2 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.2 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,452 ft (443 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates42.5248°N, 77.2883°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.2-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants61
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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