Theresa, NY

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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,019 Population 809/sq mi density
$57,738 Median Income $29,600 per capita
$146,500 Home Value $195,055 Zillow
$953 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,738 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,500 home value, $953/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,738
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,019
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,738
Per Capita$29,600
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,500
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,055

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation437 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries22

Is Theresa a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Theresa has a population of 1,019 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%).

Population

1,019
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Theresa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Theresa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Theresa is $57,738, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Theresa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,738
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Theresa is $146,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,055.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,055

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg

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-Occupied53.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.69%
In Theresa, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Theresa has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation437 ft (133 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates44.2155°N, 75.7959°W
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home3.8%

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