Union Springs, NY

New York

Union Springs is a small town in New York with a population of 1,274. Residents earn $95,282 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,274 Population 728/sq mi density
$95,282 Median Income $41,687 per capita
$163,400 Home Value $238,013 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$95,282 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $875/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,282
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $163,400
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.7%
27% higher than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,274
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,282
Per Capita$41,687
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,013

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation491 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.7%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute23 min
Libraries6

Is Union Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Union Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Union Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Springs is $95,282, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Springs is $163,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Springs 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.

Union Springs has a population of 1,274 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,274
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Springs is $95,282, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Union Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,282
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,687
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Springs is $163,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,013.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,013

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied71.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
In Union Springs, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Union Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Union Springs 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

Elevation491 ft (150 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates42.8467°N, 76.6861°W
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.7%
27% above US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home11.2%

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