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Wilmington, NY

New York

Wilmington is a small town in New York with a population of 979. Residents earn $91,750 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
979 Population 119/sq mi density
$91,750 Median Income $46,864 per capita
$260,300 Home Value
$1,160 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$260,300 home value, $1,160/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,750
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,300
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,160
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population979
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,750
Per Capita$46,864
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$2,335M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,300
Rent$1,160
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units603
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured4.8%
Smoking11.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 50%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries16

Is Wilmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmington receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Wilmington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmington is $91,750, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmington is $260,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilmington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 104.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wilmington has a population of 979 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

979
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmington is $91,750, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Wilmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,750
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$69,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,334
County GDP$2,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare160
Retail186
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,236
164% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmington is $260,300, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,160 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,300
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,160
0% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

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-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units603
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,236
164% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Wilmington, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured4.8%
44% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,961
Dentists1:3,691
Mental Health1:490
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits69.3%
Premature Death7,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities160
Wilmington has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall104.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates44.3869°N, 73.8172°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 50.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density119/sq mi
Total Area8.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants209
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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