Weston Mills, NY

New York

Weston Mills is a small town in New York with a population of 1,361. Residents earn $77,596 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,361 Population 193/sq mi density
$77,596 Median Income $52,969 per capita
$155,400 Home Value
$757 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,596 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,400 home value, $757/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,596
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $155,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $757
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,361
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,596
Per Capita$52,969
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,400
Rent$757
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,460 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Libraries13

Is Weston Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston Mills receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Weston Mills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston Mills is $77,596, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston Mills is $155,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $757 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 64.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Weston Mills has a population of 1,361 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

1,361
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston Mills is $77,596, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Weston Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,596
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,969
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston Mills is $155,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $757 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,400
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$757
35% below US avg

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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Weston Mills, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weston Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159

Crime Rates: Weston Mills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Weston Mills has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall64.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates42.0730°N, 78.3737°W
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home7.3%

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