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Walworth, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Walworth is a small town in New York with a population of 908. Residents earn $89,844 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
908 Population 618/sq mi density
$89,844 Median Income $45,081 per capita
$151,300 Home Value $280,553 Zillow
$954 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$89,844 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,300 home value, $954/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,844
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $151,300
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population908
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,844
Per Capita$45,081
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$5,130M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,300
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,553
Housing Units350
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking11.1%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+17.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Walworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walworth receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Walworth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walworth is $89,844, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walworth is $151,300, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Walworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 85.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Walworth has a population of 908 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

908
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Walworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walworth is $89,844, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Walworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,844
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,081
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$65,848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,114
County GDP$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare142
Retail259
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Walworth is $151,300, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,553.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,300
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,553
Median List Price$319,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$319,950
$/Sq Ft$196
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio111.0%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

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-Occupied89.7%
Housing Units350
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Walworth, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.1% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,330
Dentists1:2,025
Mental Health1:797
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities142
Walworth has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall85.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates43.1396°N, 77.2792°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+17.1%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants159
Retail Stores259

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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