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Smithville Flats, NY

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Smithville Flats is a small town in New York with a population of 330. Residents earn $54,531 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
330 Population 232/sq mi density
$54,531 Median Income $38,695 per capita
$93,800 Home Value
$1,063 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$54,531 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,531
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,531
Per Capita$38,695
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$3,066M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units164
Rent Burden41.9%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking12.7%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+16.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband68.9%
Libraries10

Is Smithville Flats a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithville Flats receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Smithville Flats offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithville Flats is $54,531, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithville Flats is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithville Flats experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Smithville Flats has a population of 330 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

330
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithville Flats vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithville Flats vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithville Flats is $54,531, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Smithville Flats vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,531
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithville Flats is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

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-Occupied67.8%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Rate6.79%
In Smithville Flats, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Smithville Flats vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,324
Dentists1:3,097
Mental Health1:522
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities110
Smithville Flats has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates42.3943°N, 75.8106°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin. 68.9% 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+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+16.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants91
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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