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Redwood, NY

New York

Redwood is a small town in New York with a population of 342. Residents earn $124,125 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
342 Population 174/sq mi density
$124,125 Median Income $41,058 per capita
$172,300 Home Value $208,997 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$124,125 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,300 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,125
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $172,300
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,125
Per Capita$41,058
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,997
Housing Units164
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking13.3%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation356 ft (109 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries22

Is Redwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redwood receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Redwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redwood is $124,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Redwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redwood is $172,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Redwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Redwood has a population of 342 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

342
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Redwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Redwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redwood is $124,125, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Redwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,125
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Redwood is $172,300, 39% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,997.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,300
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,997

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Redwood, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Redwood has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation356 ft (109 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates44.2982°N, 75.8079°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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