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Prattsville, NY

New York

Prattsville is a small town in New York with a population of 131. Residents earn $28,625 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
131 Population 32/sq mi density
$28,625 Median Income $31,660 per capita
$168,200 Home Value
$279 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,625 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$168,200 home value, $279/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,625
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $279
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,625
Per Capita$31,660
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute38 min

Housing

B
Home Value$168,200
Rent$279
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units153
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,884 ft (574 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute38 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries9

Is Prattsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prattsville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Prattsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prattsville is $28,625, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prattsville is $168,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $279 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Prattsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Prattsville has a population of 131 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

131
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Prattsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Prattsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prattsville is $28,625, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Prattsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,625
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,660
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Prattsville is $168,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $279 (76% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,200
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$279
76% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

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 Units153
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Prattsville, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Prattsville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,884 ft (574 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates42.3472°N, 74.4287°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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