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Varna, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Varna is a small town in New York with a population of 657. Residents earn $68,583 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
657 Population 925/sq mi density
$68,583 Median Income $54,695 per capita
$58,600 Home Value
$1,708 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$68,583 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,600 home value, $1,708/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,583
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.9%
113% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,708
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density925/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,583
Per Capita$54,695
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,600
Rent$1,708
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units534
Rent Burden32.6%

Health

Obesity24.9%
Uninsured4.2%
Smoking8.7%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation964 ft (294 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.9%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+38.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.6%
Libraries6

Is Varna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Varna receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Varna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Varna is $68,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Varna is $58,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,708 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Varna is a highly educated community — 71.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Varna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Varna has a population of 657 with a density of 925 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

657
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Varna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish14.9%
11% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Varna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Varna is $68,583, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Varna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,583
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate18.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone46.5%
Public Transit12.1%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Varna is $58,600, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,708 (47% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,600
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,708
47% above US avg
Rent Burden32.6%

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-Occupied49.3%
Housing Units534
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate18.08%
In Varna, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.7% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.7%
38% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured4.2%
51% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284
Varna has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation964 ft (294 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates42.4526°N, 76.4382°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 71.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (113% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 97.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.9%
113% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+38.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density925/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone46.5%
Public Transit12.1%
Work from Home21.1%

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