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Roscoe, NY

New York

Roscoe is a small town in New York with a population of 558. Residents earn $72,885 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
558 Population 569/sq mi density
$72,885 Median Income $43,877 per capita
$202,600 Home Value $287,220 Zillow
$1,178 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$72,885 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,600 home value, $1,178/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,885
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,600
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,178
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population558
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density569/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,885
Per Capita$43,877
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,600
Rent$1,178
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,220
Housing Units313
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.6%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,318 ft (402 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute14 min
Broadband97.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is Roscoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roscoe receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Roscoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roscoe is $72,885, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roscoe is $202,600, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,178 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Roscoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Roscoe has a population of 558 with a density of 569 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

558
Total Population
569
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roscoe is $72,885, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Roscoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,885
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,877
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roscoe is $202,600, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,178 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,220.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,600
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,178
1% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Roscoe, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Roscoe 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 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,318 ft (402 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density569/sq mi
Coordinates41.9407°N, 74.9131°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 97.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density569/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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