Riverside, NY

New York

Riverside is a small town in New York with a population of 3,538. Residents earn $41,397 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,538 Population 11,793/sq mi density
$41,397 Median Income $25,748 per capita
$113,800 Home Value
$2,612 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$41,397 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,800 home value, $2,612/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,397
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,612
125% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.9%
198% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,538
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density11,793/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,397
Per Capita$25,748
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty36.9%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
Rent$2,612
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation945 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute40 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries16

Is Riverside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverside receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Riverside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverside is $41,397, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 36.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverside is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,612 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 53.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Riverside has a population of 3,538 with a density of 11,793 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.8%), with 18.7% Black.

Population

3,538
Total Population
11,793
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverside is $41,397, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Riverside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,397
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,748
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.9%
198% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Drive Alone58.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverside is $113,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,612 (125% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,612
125% above 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-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate8.03%
In Riverside, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206

Crime Rates: Riverside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Riverside has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall53.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density11,793/sq mi
Coordinates42.1560°N, 77.0792°W
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density11,793/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Drive Alone58.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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