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Ripley, NY

New York

Ripley is a small town in New York with a population of 937. Residents earn $46,991 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
937 Population 684/sq mi density
$46,991 Median Income $26,067 per capita
$84,400 Home Value $139,233 Zillow
$613 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,991 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $613/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,991
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population937
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density684/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans15.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,991
Per Capita$26,067
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,233
Housing Units384
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking17.0%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+20.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries24

Is Ripley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ripley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ripley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ripley is $46,991, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ripley is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 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

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ripley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ripley has a population of 937 with a density of 684 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

937
Total Population
684
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ripley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ripley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ripley is $46,991, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ripley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,991
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,067
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ripley is $84,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,233.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,233

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

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-Occupied71.8%
Housing Units384
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate8.54%
In Ripley, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,585
Dentists1:1,826
Mental Health1:516
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Ripley has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density684/sq mi
Coordinates42.2657°N, 79.7123°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+20.9%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density684/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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