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Windham, NY

New York

Windham is a small town in New York with a population of 212. Residents earn $168,309 per year, which is 124% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
212 Population 92/sq mi density
$168,309 Median Income $110,548 per capita
$259,800 Home Value
$858 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$168,309 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$259,800 home value, $858/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $168,309
124% higher than US avg
Home Value $259,800
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.5%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$168,309
Per Capita$110,548
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$259,800
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units493
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking10.9%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,593 ft (486 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+16.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband85.7%
EV Stations5
Libraries9

Is Windham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windham receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Windham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windham is $168,309, which is significantly higher than the national average — 124% above $75,149. This places Windham among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% 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 Windham is $259,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Windham 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.

Windham has a population of 212 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%).

Population

212
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Windham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.6%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.4%
112% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Windham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windham is $168,309, which is 124% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Windham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$168,309
124% above US avg
Per Capita Income$110,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone36.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Windham is $259,800, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,800
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

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-Occupied77.1%
Housing Units493
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Windham, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,464
Dentists1:2,827
Mental Health1:960
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Windham 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 Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall94.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,593 ft (486 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates42.3141°N, 74.2487°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.5%
29% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+16.6%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone36.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.3%

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