Thomaston, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Thomaston is a small town in New York with a population of 2,734. Residents earn $152,206 per year, which is 103% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,734 Population 6,835/sq mi density
$152,206 Median Income $84,165 per capita
$1,044,900 Home Value
$2,408 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$152,206 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$1,044,900 home value, $2,408/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $152,206
103% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,044,900
271% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.3%
112% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,408
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.0%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,734
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density6,835/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

A+
Median Income$152,206
Per Capita$84,165
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute41 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,044,900
Rent$2,408
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.7%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation193 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.3%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute41 min
Libraries63

Is Thomaston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thomaston receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Thomaston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thomaston is $152,206, which is significantly higher than the national average — 103% above $75,149. This places Thomaston among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thomaston is $1,044,900, making it a premium housing market at 271% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,408 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Thomaston is a highly educated community — 71.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Thomaston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Thomaston has a population of 2,734 with a density of 6,835 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.7%).

Population

2,734
Total Population
6,835
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Thomaston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.5%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.5%
232% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thomaston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thomaston is $152,206, which is 103% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Thomaston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$152,206
103% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Thomaston is $1,044,900, 271% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,408 (107% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,044,900
271% above US avg
Median List Price$784,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$784,000
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,408
107% above 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-Occupied87.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Thomaston, 21.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.0%
35% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma8.1%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression11.7%
Mental Distress11.5%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate80.8%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Thomaston has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation193 ft (59 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density6,835/sq mi
Coordinates40.7875°N, 73.7152°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 71.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (112% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.3%
112% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,835/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

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