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Willsboro, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Willsboro is a small town in New York with a population of 648. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
648 Population 339/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $23,946 per capita
$124,700 Home Value
$686 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,700 home value, $686/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,700
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population648
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$23,946
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$16,404M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,700
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units289
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.3%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation212 ft (65 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+9.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute17 min
Broadband93.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is Willsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Willsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willsboro is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willsboro is $124,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Willsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Willsboro has a population of 648 with a density of 339 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%).

Population

648
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Willsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willsboro is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Willsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,946
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$97,077

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,418
County GDP$16,404M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare646
Retail732
Manufacturing230

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Willsboro is $124,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,700
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units289
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Effective Rate7.38%
In Willsboro, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:572
Dentists1:1,032
Mental Health1:123
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death5,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities646
Willsboro has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation212 ft (65 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates44.3635°N, 73.3932°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS50007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.7-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.7%
D 75.4%

Winner: Democrat by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+9.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants482
Retail Stores732

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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