Median Income $122,941

64% higher than US avg

Home Value $173,600

38% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.7%

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density358/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$122,941

Per Capita$46,932

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,092M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$173,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units124

Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity35.4%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking17.8%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain33.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation740 ft (226 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+13.3%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%

Commute20 min

Broadband64.0%

Libraries8

Is Retsof a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Retsof receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Retsof stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Retsof is $122,941, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Retsof among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Retsof is $173,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Retsof experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Retsof has a population of 161 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161

Total Population

358

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%

Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Retsof vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Retsof vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Retsof is $122,941, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Retsof vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$122,941
	64% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,932
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,093
IRS Avg AGI	$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,495
County GDP	$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants	133
Healthcare	119
Retail	201
Manufacturing	65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.1 min
Drive Alone	40.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Retsof is $173,600, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$173,600
	38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.5%

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-Occupied	90.6%
Housing Units	124
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.71%

In Retsof, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	12.3%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.8%
	27% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	27.2%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	20.2%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,199
Dentists	1:1,984
Mental Health	1:637
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	55.5%
Premature Death	5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	79.3%
Healthcare Facilities	119

Retsof has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.7°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.1 inches
	13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	740 ft (226 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	358/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8324°N, 77.8757°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36051

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%

D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.7%
	21% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	13.3%
School Test Score	5.39

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	358/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	64.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	119
Restaurants	133
Retail Stores	201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.1 min
Drive Alone	40.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.8%

Retsof, NY

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Retsof a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Retsof vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Retsof vs U.S. Average

Income: Retsof vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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