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Wampsville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Wampsville is a small town in New York with a population of 562. Residents earn $75,833 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
562 Population 551/sq mi density
$75,833 Median Income $31,943 per capita
$158,400 Home Value
$1,063 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,833 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,400 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $158,400
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population562
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density551/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$31,943
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,400
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking14.1%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Wampsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wampsville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Wampsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wampsville is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wampsville is $158,400, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wampsville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 151.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wampsville has a population of 562 with a density of 551 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2% Black.

Population

562
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wampsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wampsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wampsville is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Wampsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,833
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wampsville is $158,400, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,400
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

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-Occupied92.1%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Wampsville, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Wampsville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall151.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates43.0774°N, 75.7115°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density551/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

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