South Hill, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

South Hill is a small city in New York with a population of 6,805. Residents earn $112,437 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,805 Population 1,153/sq mi density
$112,437 Median Income $21,876 per capita
$335,100 Home Value
$1,647 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$112,437 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$335,100 home value, $1,647/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,437
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $335,100
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.0%
93% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,647
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,805
Median Age20.1 yrs
Density1,153/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,437
Per Capita$21,876
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$335,100
Rent$1,647
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation1,243 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.0%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is South Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Hill receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. South Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Hill is $112,437, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places South Hill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Hill is $335,100, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,647 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

South Hill is a highly educated community — 65.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South Hill has a population of 6,805 with a density of 1,153 people per square mile. The median age is 20.1 years, 48% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 8.2% Black.

Population

6,805
Total Population
1,153
People / sq mi
20.1yrs
Median Age
48% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

South Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Hill is $112,437, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: South Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,437
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,876
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in South Hill is $335,100, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,647 (42% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,100
19% above US avg
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,647
42% above US avg

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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In South Hill, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

South Hill has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density1,153/sq mi
Coordinates42.4103°N, 76.4921°W
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 65.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.0%
93% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,153/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home19.4%

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