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Verplanck, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Verplanck is a small town in New York with a population of 657. Residents earn $81,893 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
657 Population 1,095/sq mi density
$81,893 Median Income $81,410 per capita
$448,900 Home Value
$1,769 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,893 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$448,900 home value, $1,769/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,893
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,900
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,769
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density1,095/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,893
Per Capita$81,410
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$448,900
Rent$1,769
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units422
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity26.3%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking10.4%
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+11.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute35 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries45

Is Verplanck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verplanck receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Verplanck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verplanck is $81,893, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verplanck is $448,900, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,769 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Verplanck experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Verplanck has a population of 657 with a density of 1,095 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.3%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

657
Total Population
1,095
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Verplanck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verplanck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verplanck is $81,893, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Verplanck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,893
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$81,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit23.2%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Verplanck is $448,900, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,769 (52% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,900
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,769
52% above US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

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-Occupied61.4%
Housing Units422
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate4.59%
In Verplanck, 26.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.4% are current smokers. 18.1% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.4%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Verplanck has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Coordinates41.2543°N, 73.9612°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit23.2%
Work from Home16.8%

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