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Preston-Potter Hollow, NY

New York

Preston-Potter Hollow is a small town in New York with a population of 426. Residents earn $118,467 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
426 Population 42/sq mi density
$118,467 Median Income $56,799 per capita
$219,400 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$118,467 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,400 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,467
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,400
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Preston-Potter Hollow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population426
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,467
Per Capita$56,799
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units337
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured4.1%
Smoking10.1%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,294 ft (394 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries9

Is Preston-Potter Hollow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Preston-Potter Hollow receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Preston-Potter Hollow stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Preston-Potter Hollow is $118,467, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Preston-Potter Hollow among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Preston-Potter Hollow is $219,400, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Preston-Potter Hollow 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.

Preston-Potter Hollow has a population of 426 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

426
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
10.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Preston-Potter Hollow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Preston-Potter Hollow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Preston-Potter Hollow is $118,467, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Preston-Potter Hollow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,467
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,799
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Preston-Potter Hollow is $219,400, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,400
22% below US avg
Median List Price$69,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$69,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units337
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
In Preston-Potter Hollow, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% of residents lack health insurance. 10.1% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Preston-Potter Hollow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.1%
52% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits70.0%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Preston-Potter Hollow 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

Elevation1,294 ft (394 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.2 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates42.4330°N, 74.2288°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area10.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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