Home Value $611,500

117% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 65.2%

93% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.4%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.8%

21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population479

Median Age59.8 yrs

Density465/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$52,169

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty9.8%

County GDP$20,302M

Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$611,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units282

Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity26.4%

Uninsured4.7%

Smoking10.1%

Depression21.3%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain50.7 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation143 ft (44 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+65.2%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+47.2%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%

Commute36 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries25

Is Rhinecliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhinecliff receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Rhinecliff stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhinecliff is $611,500, making it a premium housing market at 117% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Rhinecliff is a highly educated community — 65.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Rhinecliff experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rhinecliff has a population of 479 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 19.2% Black.

Population

479

Total Population

465

People / sq mi

59.8yrs

Median Age

54% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%

Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhinecliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.8%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.2%
	76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rhinecliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhinecliff is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Rhinecliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$52,169
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,364
IRS Avg AGI	$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.8%
	21% below US avg
Establishments (County)	9,032
County GDP	$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants	828
Healthcare	840
Retail	1,059
Manufacturing	198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,438
	198% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.5 min
Drive Alone	57.0%
Public Transit	12.0%
Work from Home	28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhinecliff is $611,500, 117% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$611,500
	117% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.3%

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-Occupied	92.4%
Housing Units	282
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,438
	198% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.71%

In Rhinecliff, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.4%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	26.9%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	4.6%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.1%
	28% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	16.9%
Depression	21.3%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	10.3%
Short Sleep	34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	4.7%
	45% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	68.7%
Premature Death	6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	76.4%
Healthcare Facilities	840

Rhinecliff has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.0°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.7 inches
	34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	143 ft (44 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	465/sq mi
Coordinates	41.9244°N, 73.9411°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36027

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 65.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%

D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	65.2%
	93% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	47.2%
School Test Score	5.39

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	465/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	25
Healthcare Facilities	840
Restaurants	828
Retail Stores	1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.5 min
Drive Alone	57.0%
Public Transit	12.0%
Work from Home	28.2%

Rhinecliff, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Rhinecliff a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Rhinecliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Rhinecliff vs U.S. Average

Income: Rhinecliff 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: Rhinecliff 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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