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Smallwood, NY

New York

Smallwood is a small town in New York with a population of 657. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
657 Population 274/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $44,747 per capita
$165,300 Home Value $204,391 Zillow
45°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
3.8 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,300 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.6%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age65.7 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$44,747
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute81 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,391
Housing Units1,347
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity28.0%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking10.8%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,199 ft (365 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.6%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute81 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries11

Is Smallwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smallwood receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Smallwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smallwood is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 81 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smallwood is $165,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Smallwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 69.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Smallwood has a population of 657 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 65.7 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%).

Population

657
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
65.7yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Smallwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Smallwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smallwood is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 81 minutes.

Income: Smallwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,747
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% 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 Rate5.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time80.8 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Smallwood is $165,300, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,300
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

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-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units1,347
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate5.43%
In Smallwood, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Smallwood has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 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) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall69.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,199 ft (365 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates41.6603°N, 74.8142°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 96.7% 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+31.6%
6% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute80.8 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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