Springville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Springville is a small town in New York with a population of 4,196. Residents earn $68,066 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,196 Population 1,140/sq mi density
$68,066 Median Income $42,762 per capita
$180,800 Home Value $241,530 Zillow
$699 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,066 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,800 home value, $699/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,066
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $699
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,196
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,140/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,066
Per Capita$42,762
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,800
Rent$699
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,530
Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation1,329 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute29 min
EV Stations3
Libraries39

Is Springville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Springville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springville is $68,066, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springville is $180,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $699 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

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Springville 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 53.3 inches, including 167.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Springville has a population of 4,196 with a density of 1,140 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

4,196
Total Population
1,140
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Springville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springville is $68,066, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Springville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,066
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,762
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$78,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,097
County GDP$81,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,341
Healthcare2,652
Retail3,140
Manufacturing914

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Springville is $180,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $699 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,530
Median List Price$299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,000
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$699
40% below US avg
Rent Burden31.2%

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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Springville, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Springville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death8,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Springville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall167.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density1,140/sq mi
Coordinates42.5081°N, 78.6694°W
County FIPS36029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,140/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries39
Healthcare Facilities2,652
Restaurants2,341
Retail Stores3,140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home7.9%

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