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Three Mile Bay, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Three Mile Bay is a small town in New York with a population of 40. Residents earn $34,875 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
40 Population 143/sq mi density
$34,875 Median Income $18,675 per capita
$202,500 Home Value $235,788 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$34,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$202,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,875
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,500
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How Three Mile Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population40
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,875
Per Capita$18,675
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$202,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,788
Housing Units52
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking11.7%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries25

Is Three Mile Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Three Mile Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Three Mile Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Three Mile Bay is $34,875, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Three Mile Bay is $202,500, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Three Mile Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Three Mile Bay has a population of 40 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Three Mile Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Three Mile Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Three Mile Bay is $34,875, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Three Mile Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,875
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,675
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Three Mile Bay is $202,500, 28% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,788.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,500
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,788

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Three Mile Bay, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Three Mile Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,971
Dentists1:1,070
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Three Mile Bay has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates44.0849°N, 76.1975°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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