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Rosendale, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Rosendale is a small town in New York with a population of 898. Residents earn $61,375 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
898 Population 461/sq mi density
$61,375 Median Income $39,285 per capita
$250,300 Home Value
$1,009 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,375 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$250,300 home value, $1,009/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,375
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,300
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.0%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,009
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population898
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density461/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,375
Per Capita$39,285
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$10,454M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,300
Rent$1,009
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units511
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity28.8%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking10.8%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation116 ft (35 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.0%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Rosendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosendale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Rosendale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosendale is $61,375, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosendale is $250,300, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rosendale has a population of 898 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

898
Total Population
461
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosendale is $61,375, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rosendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,375
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,871
County GDP$10,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants622
Healthcare522
Retail683
Manufacturing205

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosendale is $250,300, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,009 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,300
11% below US avg
Median List Price$480,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$480,000
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,009
13% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

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-Occupied61.0%
Housing Units511
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Rosendale, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death7,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities522
Rosendale has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation116 ft (35 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density461/sq mi
Coordinates41.8491°N, 74.0736°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.7%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.0%
13% above US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density461/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities522
Restaurants622
Retail Stores683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

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