New York
Theresa is a small town in New York with a population of 1,019. Residents earn $57,738 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Based on current data, Theresa receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Theresa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Theresa is $57,738, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Theresa is $146,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Theresa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,738 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,202 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,170 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,104 |
| County GDP | $6,588M |
| Restaurants | 253 |
| Healthcare | 233 |
| Retail | 339 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,866 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.69% |
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $146,500 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,055 |
| Census Median Rent | $953 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,866 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.69% |
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,243/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 92.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 437 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 809/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2155°N, 75.7959°W |
| County FIPS | 36089 |
Winner: Republican by 18 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.1% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 809/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 22 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Restaurants | 253 |
| Retail Stores | 339 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |