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West Danby, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

West Danby is a small town in New York with a population of 246. Residents earn $28,766 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
246 Population 180/sq mi density
$28,766 Median Income $17,395 per capita
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,766 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
76.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,766
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 76.3%
126% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,766
Per Capita$17,395
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute37 min

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.3%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+76.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute37 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries6

Is West Danby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Danby 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. West Danby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Danby is $28,766, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

West Danby is a highly educated community — 76.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West Danby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Danby has a population of 246 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

246
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

West Danby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Danby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Danby is $28,766, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: West Danby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,766
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,395
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In West Danby, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Danby vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,252
Dentists1:1,663
Mental Health1:224
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits65.0%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284
West Danby has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates42.3245°N, 76.5334°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 76.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (126% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+76.3%
126% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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