Sherburne, NY

New York

Sherburne is a small town in New York with a population of 1,294. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,294 Population 851/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $27,848 per capita
$120,500 Home Value
$741 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 home value, $741/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $741
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,294
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density851/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$27,848
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$3,066M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
Rent$741
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation1,055 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Sherburne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherburne receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sherburne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherburne is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherburne is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $741 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherburne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sherburne has a population of 1,294 with a density of 851 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,294
Total Population
851
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherburne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherburne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherburne is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sherburne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,848
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,040
County GDP$3,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare110
Retail164
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherburne is $120,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $741 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$741
36% below US avg
Rent Burden27.4%

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-Occupied45.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Rate5.29%
In Sherburne, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities110

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Sherburne 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 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density851/sq mi
Coordinates42.6806°N, 75.4965°W
County FIPS36017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density851/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants91
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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