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Remsen, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Remsen is a small town in New York with a population of 380. Residents earn $54,792 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
380 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$54,792 Median Income $31,371 per capita
$103,100 Home Value
$757 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$54,792 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $757/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,792
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $757
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,792
Per Capita$31,371
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$757
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units280
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.3%
Libraries21

Is Remsen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Remsen receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Remsen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Remsen is $54,792, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Remsen is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $757 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Remsen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Remsen has a population of 380 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

380
Total Population
1,027
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Remsen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Remsen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Remsen is $54,792, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Remsen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,792
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,371
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Remsen is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $757 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$757
35% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

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-Occupied51.9%
Housing Units280
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate7.18%
In Remsen, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Remsen has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates43.3282°N, 75.1870°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 73.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.3%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

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