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Rensselaer Falls, NY

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Rensselaer Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 350. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
350 Population 1,207/sq mi density
$80,625 Median Income $30,909 per capita
$73,600 Home Value $118,536 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 37.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,625 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $925/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,625
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density1,207/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,625
Per Capita$30,909
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,536
Housing Units128
Rent Burden37.3%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation320 ft (98 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+16.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute31 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries22

Is Rensselaer Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rensselaer Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Rensselaer Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rensselaer Falls is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rensselaer Falls is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rensselaer Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rensselaer Falls has a population of 350 with a density of 1,207 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

350
Total Population
1,207
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rensselaer Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rensselaer Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rensselaer Falls is $80,625, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Rensselaer Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,625
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,909
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% 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 Rate9.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rensselaer Falls is $73,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,536.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,536

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden37.3%

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-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate9.33%
In Rensselaer Falls, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rensselaer Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.9%
Dental Visits55.6%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Rensselaer Falls has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation320 ft (98 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Coordinates44.5908°N, 75.3198°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+16.6%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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