Home Value $360,400

28% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 45.8%

36% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.9%

7% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.0%

12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population73

Median Age65.1 yrs

Density59/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans59.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$46,503

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty11.0%

County GDP$3,657M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$360,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units70

Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity29.9%

Uninsured5.4%

Smoking10.6%

Depression20.1%

Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain56.1 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation1,540 ft (469 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.8%

High School+94.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute19 min

Broadband45.0%

Libraries9

Is West Kill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Kill receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. West Kill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Kill is $360,400, 28% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West Kill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches, including 94.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Kill has a population of 73 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 65.1 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

65.1yrs

Median Age

67% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Kill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Kill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Kill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: West Kill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$46,503
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,187
IRS Avg AGI	$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.0%
	12% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,372
County GDP	$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants	208
Healthcare	75
Retail	216
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,114
	132% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.8 min
Drive Alone	54.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Kill is $360,400, 28% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$360,400
	28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.0%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	70
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,114
	132% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.25%

In West Kill, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.9%
	7% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.2%
High Blood Pressure	25.9%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.6%
	24% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	21.2%
Depression	20.1%
Mental Distress	14.9%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.4%
	37% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,464
Dentists	1:2,827
Mental Health	1:960
Checkup Rate	73.4%
Dental Visits	59.6%
Premature Death	8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	81.3%
Healthcare Facilities	75

West Kill has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	43.6°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.1 inches
	48% above US avg
Snowfall	94.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,540 ft (469 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density	59/sq mi
Coordinates	42.2159°N, 74.3899°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36039

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%

D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	45.8%
	36% above US avg
High School+	94.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.39

A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	59/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	45.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	75
Restaurants	208
Retail Stores	216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.8 min
Drive Alone	54.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

West Kill, NY

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

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Is West Kill a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

West Kill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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West Kill vs U.S. Average

Income: West Kill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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