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Wainscott, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Wainscott is a small town in New York with a population of 587. Residents earn $135,625 per year, which is 80% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
587 Population 87/sq mi density
$135,625 Median Income $124,276 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $3,665,318 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$135,625 median income, 3.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,625
80% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.5%
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,625
Per Capita$124,276
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute14 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$3,665,318
Housing Units928
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking7.6%
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.5%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+23.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute14 min
Broadband59.5%
Libraries65

Is Wainscott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wainscott receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wainscott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wainscott is $135,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 80% above $75,149. This places Wainscott among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wainscott is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 14.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Wainscott is a highly educated community — 55.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wainscott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wainscott has a population of 587 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

587
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wainscott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wainscott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wainscott is $135,625, which is 80% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Wainscott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,625
80% above US avg
Per Capita Income$124,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home28.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wainscott is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $3,665,318.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$3,665,318

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units928
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Wainscott, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 7.6% are current smokers. 16.3% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,403
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:302
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Wainscott has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates40.9548°N, 72.2553°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin. 59.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.5%
65% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+23.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.5%
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home28.4%

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