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West Winfield, NY

New York

West Winfield is a small town in New York with a population of 806. Residents earn $74,107 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
806 Population 886/sq mi density
$74,107 Median Income $32,931 per capita
$136,900 Home Value $191,787 Zillow
$814 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$74,107 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,900 home value, $814/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,107
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,900
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population806
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density886/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,107
Per Capita$32,931
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,900
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,787
Housing Units393
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking15.9%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute38 min
Broadband83.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is West Winfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Winfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. West Winfield 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 Winfield is $74,107, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Winfield is $136,900, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West Winfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 85.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Winfield has a population of 806 with a density of 886 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%).

Population

806
Total Population
886
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West Winfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Winfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Winfield is $74,107, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: West Winfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,107
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,931
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Winfield is $136,900, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,787.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,900
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,787

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

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-Occupied67.1%
Housing Units393
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.17%
In West Winfield, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
West Winfield has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall85.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density886/sq mi
Coordinates42.8838°N, 75.1914°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density886/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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