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Valley Falls, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Valley Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 430. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
430 Population 935/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $48,380 per capita
$188,500 Home Value $296,245 Zillow
$1,139 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,500 home value, $1,139/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,139
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population430
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$48,380
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$15,508M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,500
Rent$1,139
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,245
Housing Units193
Rent Burden36.0%

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+18.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute34 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries17

Is Valley Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Valley Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Falls is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Falls is $188,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,139 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Valley Falls has a population of 430 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

430
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Falls is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Valley Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,380
Avg Weekly Wage$1,515
IRS Avg AGI$76,866

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,500
County GDP$15,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants374
Healthcare371
Retail437
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Falls is $188,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,139 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,245.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,245

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,139
2% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

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-Occupied65.6%
Housing Units193
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Valley Falls, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death7,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities371
Valley Falls has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates42.9006°N, 73.5625°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.4-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+18.9%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities371
Restaurants374
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home10.4%

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