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Valley Falls, NY
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Valley Falls, NY
At a Glance
How Valley Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Falls residents earn a median household income of $86,250 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,380. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,500 business establishments, including 374 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Falls is $188,500 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,245. Median rent is $1,139/month, with 36.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Valley Falls reports 135 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,175/100K.
Education
38.1% of adults in Valley Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above the national average). 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. 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.