Spencer, NY
New York · Tioga County · Binghamton Metro
Spencer is a small town in New York with a population of 848. Residents earn $50,682 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Spencer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
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Is Spencer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Spencer receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Spencer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Spencer is $50,682, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Spencer is $139,200, 51% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Spencer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Spencer vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Spencer vs U.S. Average
Income: Spencer vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $50,682 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,844 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,292 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,102 |
| Gini Index | 0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.4% |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 890 |
| County GDP | $2,022M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Healthcare | 87 |
| Retail | 125 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,725 |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,200 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $167,922 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,034 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 43.8% |
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
| Homeownership | 62.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.4% |
| Housing Units | 347 |
| Median Year Built | 1938 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,725 |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.83% |
Health Metrics: Spencer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.1% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.8% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
| Short Sleep | 42.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| Uninsured | 3.5% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,691 |
| Dentists | 1:5,972 |
| Mental Health | 1:555 |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Dental Visits | 58.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,676/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 998 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2151°N, 76.4947°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Tioga County County |
| Nearest Airport | Ithaca Tompkins International (ITH) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in |
Spencer has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.5").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 22.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Traffic Accidents | 27 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.9 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.2% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.21 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| County | Tioga County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 85.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 122.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.4 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Retail Stores | 125 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $270 ($162-$432) |
| Specialist Visit | $378 ($216-$593) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $216 ($108-$378) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,374 ($863-$5,395) |
| Dental Cleaning | $140 ($81-$216) |
| Dental Filling | $270 ($162-$432) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49 ($27-$81) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $81 ($54-$129) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $324 ($162-$540) |
| Tire Rotation | $43 ($22-$81) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $647 ($432-$1,079) |
| Battery Replacement | $216 ($108-$378) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $108 ($65-$162) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97 ($54-$151) |
| HVAC Repair | $432 ($162-$863) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,553 ($4,316-$12,948) |
| Roof Repair | $1,079 ($432-$2,158) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,711 ($5,935-$16,185) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,619 ($540-$3,777) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,185 ($5,395-$32,370) |
| DUI Defense | $5,395 ($2,158-$10,790) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,619 ($863-$3,237) |
| Will Preparation | $540 ($216-$1,079) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,698 ($1,079-$5,395) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $27 ($16-$49) |
| Women's Haircut | $59 ($32-$108) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $162 ($81-$270) |
| Manicure | $27 ($16-$49) |
| Pedicure | $43 ($27-$70) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $86 ($54-$140) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.42 ($3.24-$5.93) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.78 ($2.70-$5.40) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.10 ($2.70-$5.93) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.86 ($3.24-$7.01) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.93 ($4.32-$8.09) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.08 ($0.65-$1.94) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $151 ($86-$270) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76 ($32-$162) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76 ($43-$129) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76 ($43-$108) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70 ($32-$108) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92 ($54-$162) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $216 ($81-$540) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,158 ($1,295-$3,777) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76 ($32-$140) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.63-$27) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $108 ($32-$270) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16-$81) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,295 ($647-$2,698) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,079 ($540-$2,158) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $432 ($216-$755) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54 ($27-$108) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,079 ($432-$2,698) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,488 ($5,395-$32,370) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65 ($32-$108) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $108 ($54-$216) |
| Dog Grooming | $65 ($32-$108) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43 ($22-$81) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $324 ($162-$540) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $216 ($108-$432) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,070 |
| Toddler | $996 |
| Preschool | $866 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $823 |
| Toddler | $779 |
| Preschool | $758 |
Top Industries in Tioga County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 3,769 | 43 | $108,175 | 3.50 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,288 | 80 | $31,794 | 1.08 |
| Retail Trade | 1,132 | 108 | $33,266 | 0.87 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 990 | 74 | $47,734 | 0.53 |
| Wholesale Trade | 518 | 27 | $73,856 | 1.00 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 504 | 20 | $52,900 | 0.91 |
| Construction | 427 | 83 | $62,224 | 0.62 |
| Other Services | 334 | 85 | $39,701 | 0.85 |
| Finance & Insurance | 165 | 34 | $64,986 | 0.31 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 133 | 22 | $43,503 | 0.60 |
| Information & Technology | 97 | 18 | $85,206 | 0.40 |
| Unclassified | 37 | 54 | $37,980 | 2.03 |
| Utilities | 25 | 3 | $78,862 | 0.50 |
| Real Estate | 23 | 12 | $46,137 | 0.11 |
| Educational Services | 18 | 4 | $21,654 | 0.07 |
Schools in Spencer
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL | High | 241 | 25 | 9.6:1 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 235 | 27 | 8.7:1 |
Radio Stations near Spencer
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WVBR FM 93.5 | college radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WVBR | alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WRFI | community radio | AAC 96 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Spencer
3 campgrounds found near Spencer.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blueberry Patch Campground | 4.8/5 | - | $15 |
| Backbone Horse Campground | 4.0/5 | - | $15 |
| POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.0/5 | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Spencer
46 national parks and monuments found near Spencer.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Archbald Pothole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bonavista State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bowman Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Buttermilk Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Canastota Cazenovia State Trailway | State Park | Free |
| Cayuga Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chenango Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chittenango Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clark Reservation State Park | State Park | Free |
| Colton Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fillmore Glen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Frances Slocum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Glens Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Green Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Tubman National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Helen L. McNitt State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hills Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Hills State Golf Course | State Park | Free |
| Keuka Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lackawanna State Park | State Park | Free |
| Leonard Harrison State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Pine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) | State Park | Free |
| Mark Twain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Pisgah State Park | State Park | Free |
| Newtown Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Nosewicz | State Park | Free |
| Old Erie Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Park | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Ricketts Glenn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Robert H. Treman State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salt Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sampson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Schapiro-Vernon | State Park | Free |
| Seneca Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Steamtown National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Susquehanna State Park | State Park | Free |
| Taughannock Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Two Rivers State Park | State Park | Free |
| Upper Pine Bottom State Park | State Park | Free |
| Verona Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Watkins Glen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Women's Rights National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Worlds End State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Spencer
183+ trails found near Spencer.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BACKBONE | 6.9 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 5.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 4.0 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| INTERLOKEN | 2.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| INTERLOKEN | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 1.7 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 1.4 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 1.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 1.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 1.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC | 0.9 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BACKBONE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.8 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BACKBONE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BACKBONE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| SOUTH SLOPE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SOUTH SLOPE | 0.7 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.4 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BACKBONE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FOSSENVUE | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| GORGE PONDS | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BACKBONE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| HORSE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE LOOP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RAVINE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC INTERPRETIVE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC - FOSTER POND | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE LOOP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC CAMPGROUD CUTOFF | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS ACCESS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RAVINE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC INTERPRETIVE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BALLARD POND | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RAVINE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BURNT HILL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FOSSENVUE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| SOUTH SLOPE | 0.0 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RAVINE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS ACCESS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC CAMPGROUND ACCESS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| INTERLOKEN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RAVINE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BALLARD POND | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BACKBONE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GORGE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NO-TAN-TAKTO | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RAVINE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RAVINE LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTOMAC PONDS | 0.0 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BURNT HILL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FINGER LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Museums in Spencer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORNELL COSTUME AND TEXTILE COLLECTION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6072544636 | $3,372,319,847 | |
| CORNELL PLANTATIONS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6072552400 | $3,372,319,847 | |
| F.R. NEWMAN ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 6072552400 | $3,372,319,847 | |
| HERBERT F. JOHNSON MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 6072556464 | $3,372,319,847 | |
| L. H. BAILEY HORTORIUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6072544636 | $3,372,319,847 | |
| HANDWERKER GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 6072743018 | $330,969,510 | |
| SCIENCENTER DISCOVERY MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6072720600 | $2,325,311 | |
| CCAT OBSERVATORY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | $1,897,425 | ||
| HISTORY CENTER IN TOMPKINS COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6072738284 | $341,237 | |
| HISTORIC ITHACA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 212 CENTER STREET ITHACA | 6072736633 | $244,634 |
| ITHACA CHILDREN'S GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 6072722292 | $137,917 | |
| SAYRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 103 NORTH LEHIGH AVENUE | 5708828221 | $30,337 |
| ALBERT R. MANN LIBRARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ANTIQUE WIRELESS ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6925 NEW YORK 5 | 5852575119 | |
| CANDOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6076597357 | ||
| CHEMUNG VALLEY FARMERS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ERIE LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8143642135 | ||
| ITHACA AVATION HERITAGE | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ITHACA CLOCK MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6072775129 | ||
| JOHNSON MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 114 CENTRAL AVE | 6072556464 | |
| JOHNSON MUSEUM OF ART NORTH | ART MUSEUM | 114 CENTRAL AVENUE | 6072556464 | |
| NEW YORK STATE EAGLES MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| NEWFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6075647778 | ||
| SPENCER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| TIOGA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6076872460 | $-2,454 |
Libraries in Spencer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOMPKINS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 101 E GREEN STREET | 0.0 | 399,147 | |||
| COBURN FREE LIBRARY | 275 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 30,875 | |||
| WAVERLY FREE LIBRARY | 18 ELIZABETH STREET | 0.0 | 30,387 | |||
| SAYRE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 122 SOUTH ELMER AVE | 0.0 | 17,000 | |||
| NEWFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 198 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 14,602 | |||
| SPENCER LIBRARY | 41 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 9,776 | |||
| GEORGE P. & SUSAN PLATT CADY LIBRARY | 42 RIVER STREET | 0.0 | 6,302 | |||
| CANDOR FREE LIBRARY | 2 BANK STREET | 0.0 | 3,955 |
Farmers Markets in Spencer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Farmers Market | 522 Valley Road | 05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| East Hill Plaza Farmers' Market | 380 Pine Tree Road | 06/01/2016 to 10/26/2016 | Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Ithaca Farmers Market - DeWitt Park | DeWitt Park | 04/01/2012 to 09/31/2012 | Yes | Visit | |
| Ithaca Farmers Market - Steamboat Landing | Steamboat Landing, 545 Third St. off Rt 13, Ithaca | 04/01/2012 to 12/31/2012 | Yes | Visit | |
| Owego Marketplace Farmers' Market | 200 Front St | 06/18/2015 to 09/24/2015 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Waverly Farmers' Market | Mini park, Broad St and Waverly St | 06/21/2016 to 09/27/2016 | Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes |
Hotels in Spencer
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Spencer
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Spencer
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Spencer
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Spencer
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Spencer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandwagon Brew Pub | Brewers | 114 N Cayuga St | 6073190699 | Visit |
| Dandy Mini Marts | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Convenience Stores, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 4 Gee St | 6075894141 | Visit |
| Finger Lakes Maple Products | Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers | 7 Knoll Tree Rd | 6072779557 | |
| Ithaca Beer Co. Taproom | Brewery | 122 Ithaca Beer Dr | 6072730766 | Visit |
| Moonshadow Tavern | Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar and Nightclub, Night Clubs, Bar & Grills, Taverns, Bar & Gri | 114 E State St | 6073190342 | Visit |
| Old 76 Club | Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Taverns, Bar & Grill Res | 470 76 Rd | 3155396344, 6075396344 | |
| Valley House | Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Sayre, Bars & Pubs, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Ve | 112 W Lockhart St | 5708884545 | Visit |
Cell Towers in Spencer
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Candor Site ROUTE 96 B | TOWER | 65 |
| Strops Road | TOWER | 61 |
| 2 MILES NW | TOWER | 61 |
| 100 FT. W OF GLENWOOD ROAD | TOWER | 60 |
| 100 FT. W OF GLENWOOD ROAD | TOWER | 60 |
| (Spencer) 54 Dodge Road | LTOWER | 59 |
| Ithaca South Cell Site URFEE HILL ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| 292 Durfee Hill Road | GTOWER | 58 |
| 40 MOREY HILL RD | TOWER | 56 |
| 110 C BABCOCK RD (2698) | LTOWER | 55 |
| 850 RICE ROAD | MTOWER | 49 |
| (NICHOLS) 161 HORTON ROAD | GTOWER | 49 |
Fire Stations in Spencer
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Fire Department Inc. | 41 N Main ST | Volunteer | 607-589-6168 |
Power Plants Near Spencer
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PASTO SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -76.5 | OP |
Bridges in Spencer
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1941 | 88 | 4,116 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 62 | 3,634 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1968 | 37 | 3,398 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 40 | 2,263 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 104 | 2,263 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1934 | 44 | 2,263 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 57 | 1,198 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 42 | 1,198 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 97 | 1,198 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 53 | 904 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2015 | 22 | 828 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1904 | 58 | 337 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1931 | 28 | 246 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 40 | 246 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1963 | 72 | 234 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1984 | 37 | 222 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 26 | 222 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1975 | 28 | 222 | F | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 2020 | 34 | 196 | G | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1979 | 64 | 182 | G | |
| Frame | Concrete | 2015 | 40 | 121 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1897 | 44 | 81 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2016 | 52 | 56 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1972 | 35 | 47 | P |
Airports Near Spencer
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elmira Corning Regional Airport | ELM | Medium Airport |
| Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field | BGM | Medium Airport |
| Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport | ITH | Medium Airport |
| Airy-Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| AKM Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bradford County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Canaan Field | - | Small Airport |
| Carrar Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cash Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chambers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chenango Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cochran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corning Painted Post Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cortland County Chase Field | CTX | Small Airport |
| Culver Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Deer Run Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dodge/Coppola/Wheeler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dwight's Delight Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eagle Ridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finger Lakes Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Giffin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grammar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greene Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greenlawn Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grund Field | - | Small Airport |
| Harris Hill Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Henion Private Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hi Line Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hopewell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hopewell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| J P Reilly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kayutah Lake/James & Helene D Allen Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkwood Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Kohn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lars/Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loucks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luke Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mariwill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Match Mate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matejka Field | - | Small Airport |
| Midlakes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murphy Field | - | Small Airport |
| Neno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nort's Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Port Royal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omni Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Ovid Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Owasco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Penn Yan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Spencer
4 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Athens Police | ||
| Cornell Police | 117 Statler Drive | |
| Ithaca Police Department | 120 East Clinton Street | |
| Sayre Borough Police Dept |
Grocery Stores in Spencer
3 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Crosby's 40102 | Convenience Store | 8 W Tioga St |
| Dollar General 6172 | Other | 91 W Tioga St |
| Spencer Shur Fine Food Mart | Other | 15 N Main St |
Post Offices in Spencer
0 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|
Treatment Centers in Spencer
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| REACH Project Inc - Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 607-273-7000 x2 |
| Robert Packer Hospital - Behavioral Sciences Center | Mental Health | 570-888-6666 x4092 |
| Tioga County Dept of Mental Hygiene - Waverly Mental Health Clinic | Mental Health | 607-565-9594 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Spencer
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| HALSEY VALLEY VICTORY HOUSE MINISTRIES INC | 387 HAMILTON VALLEY RD |
| ITHACA ZEN CENTER | 56 LIEB RD |
| NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH | 721 ITHACA RD |
| SPENCER FEDERATED CHURCH | PO BOX 321 |
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UFO Sightings Near Spencer
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Spencer.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer, NY | 2012 | Huge, bright red light (too large to be a plane & not blinking), resembled plane crash but didn't fall, just slowly glided across sky. |
| Spencer, NY | 1999 | Light came from over our hill and started circulating above us. |
Mines Near Spencer
2 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Spencer.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Eagle 1000 Serial # 30756 | Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Spencer Pit | Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Intermittent) |
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What is the population of Spencer?
Spencer has a population of 848 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 815 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.
Is Spencer expensive to live in?
Spencer is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,682, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $139,200 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Spencer?
Spencer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches, with 64.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Spencer?
The unemployment rate in Spencer is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,292. There are 890 business establishments in the area, including 78 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Spencer?
The median home value in Spencer is $139,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,922. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,034. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,725.
How are the schools in Spencer?
Schools in Spencer score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.2% of adults in Spencer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Spencer?
The obesity rate in Spencer is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 26.9% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 3.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 64.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,691.
What is transportation like in Spencer?
The average commute in Spencer is 26 minutes. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Spencer?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Spencer is 97.9% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.
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