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Red Creek, NY

New York

Red Creek is a small town in New York with a population of 673. Residents earn $70,750 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
673 Population 740/sq mi density
$70,750 Median Income $39,722 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $172,507 Zillow
$761 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,750 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $761/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,750
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $761
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population673
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density740/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,750
Per Capita$39,722
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$761
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,507
Housing Units292
Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.6%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation339 ft (103 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute32 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries9

Is Red Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Red Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Creek is $70,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Creek is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $761 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Red Creek has a population of 673 with a density of 740 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

673
Total Population
740
People / sq mi
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Creek is $70,750, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Red Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,750
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Creek is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $761 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,507

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$761
35% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

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-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units292
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate5.95%
In Red Creek, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,449
Dentists1:2,344
Mental Health1:454
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Red Creek 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 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 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 Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density740/sq mi
Coordinates43.2479°N, 76.7229°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density740/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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