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South Ilion, NY

New York

South Ilion is a small town in New York with a population of 198. Residents earn $100,481 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
198 Population 450/sq mi density
$100,481 Median Income $43,770 per capita
$80,500 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 261 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
$100,481 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,500 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,481
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $80,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$100,481
Per Capita$43,770
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.2%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+77.0%
Graduate+15.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries13

Is South Ilion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Ilion receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. South Ilion 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 Ilion is $100,481, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places South Ilion among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% 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 South Ilion is $80,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Ilion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South Ilion has a population of 198 with a density of 450 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

198
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

South Ilion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

South Ilion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Ilion is $100,481, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: South Ilion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,481
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,770
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Ilion is $80,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.0%

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-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate8.79%
In South Ilion, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
South Ilion has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates42.9939°N, 75.0550°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+77.0%
Graduate Degree+15.4%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density450/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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