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Virgil, NY

New York

Virgil is a small town in New York with a population of 190. Residents earn $59,735 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
190 Population 213/sq mi density
$59,735 Median Income $40,475 per capita
$218,800 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,735 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$218,800 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,735
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.1%
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density213/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,735
Per Capita$40,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$2,372M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units93
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,513 ft (461 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.1%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute16 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries5

Is Virgil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Virgil receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Virgil stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Virgil is $59,735, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Virgil is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Virgil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Virgil has a population of 190 with a density of 213 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 7.4% Hispanic, 6.3% Black.

Population

190
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Virgil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Virgil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virgil is $59,735, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Virgil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,735
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$65,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,115
County GDP$2,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare107
Retail162
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Virgil is $218,800, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.3%

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-Occupied94.5%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,895
126% above US avg
Effective Rate3.61%
In Virgil, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death8,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities107
Virgil has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall64.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,513 ft (461 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates42.5141°N, 76.2001°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 41.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 6.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.1%
22% above US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density213/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants125
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

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