Trumansburg, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Trumansburg is a small town in New York with a population of 1,552. Residents earn $71,316 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,552 Population 1,117/sq mi density
$71,316 Median Income $48,071 per capita
$271,300 Home Value $321,928 Zillow
$951 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,316 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$271,300 home value, $951/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,316
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $271,300
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.0%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $951
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,552
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,316
Per Capita$48,071
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$271,300
Rent$951
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,928

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation999 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.0%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute35 min
EV Stations12
Libraries6

Is Trumansburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trumansburg receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Trumansburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trumansburg is $71,316, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trumansburg is $271,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $951 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Trumansburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Trumansburg has a population of 1,552 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

1,552
Total Population
1,117
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trumansburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trumansburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trumansburg is $71,316, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Trumansburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,316
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,071
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home18.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Trumansburg is $271,300, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $951 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,928.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,300
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,928
Median List Price$379,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,500
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$951
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-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Trumansburg, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Trumansburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Coordinates42.5403°N, 76.6636°W
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 47.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.0%
39% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home18.9%

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