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Winthrop, NY

New York

Winthrop is a small town in New York with a population of 332. Residents earn $87,778 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
332 Population 119/sq mi density
$87,778 Median Income $52,105 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $134,768 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,778 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,600 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,778
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population332
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,778
Per Capita$52,105
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,768
Housing Units133
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation290 ft (88 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+24.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute23 min
Broadband71.3%
Libraries5

Is Winthrop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winthrop receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Winthrop stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winthrop is $87,778, 17% 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winthrop is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winthrop has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Winthrop has a population of 332 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

332
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winthrop is $87,778, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Winthrop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,778
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,105
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winthrop is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,768.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,768

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

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-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate6.75%
In Winthrop, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Winthrop has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation290 ft (88 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates44.8036°N, 74.8100°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 71.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+24.3%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density119/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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