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Springfield Center, NY

New York

Springfield Center is a small town in New York with a population of 297. Residents earn $60,208 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
297 Population 62/sq mi density
$60,208 Median Income $23,170 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$717 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,208 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $717/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,208
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,208
Per Capita$23,170
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries6

Is Springfield Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springfield Center receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Springfield Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springfield Center is $60,208, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springfield Center is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Springfield Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°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.

Springfield Center has a population of 297 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

297
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Springfield Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springfield Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springfield Center is $60,208, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Springfield Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,208
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Springfield Center is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units145
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate4.77%
In Springfield Center, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Springfield Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Springfield Center has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates42.8350°N, 74.8721°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Nearby Cities

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