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Richburg, NY

New York

Richburg is a small town in New York with a population of 623. Residents earn $40,000 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
623 Population 692/sq mi density
$40,000 Median Income $23,803 per capita
$73,000 Home Value $85,911 Zillow
$953 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$40,000 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,000 home value, $953/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.8%
84% higher than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density692/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans17.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$23,803
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$1,955M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,000
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$85,911
Housing Units197
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking17.6%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,646 ft (502 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+80.9%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries17

Is Richburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Richburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richburg is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richburg is $73,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Richburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 64.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Richburg has a population of 623 with a density of 692 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

623
Total Population
692
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Richburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richburg is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Richburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,000
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,803
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$57,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.8%
84% above US avg
Establishments (County)911
County GDP$1,955M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Richburg is $73,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $85,911.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$85,911

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

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-Occupied72.0%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Effective Rate8.92%
In Richburg, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death8,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities81
Richburg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall64.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,646 ft (502 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density692/sq mi
Coordinates42.0888°N, 78.1565°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+80.9%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density692/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants94
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

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