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Woodridge, NY

New York

Woodridge is a small town in New York with a population of 954. Residents earn $58,281 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
954 Population 558/sq mi density
$58,281 Median Income $25,794 per capita
$209,300 Home Value $276,518 Zillow
$966 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$58,281 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$209,300 home value, $966/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,281
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,300
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $966
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population954
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,281
Per Capita$25,794
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$4,504M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,300
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,518
Housing Units757
Rent Burden32.7%

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking14.2%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,396 ft (426 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.2%
Libraries11

Is Woodridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodridge receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Woodridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodridge is $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodridge is $209,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Woodridge has a population of 954 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.8%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 9.3% Black.

Population

954
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.1%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.9%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodridge is $58,281, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Woodridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,281
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants256
Healthcare249
Retail281
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodridge is $209,300, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,518.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,300
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,518

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$966
17% below US avg
Rent Burden32.7%

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-Occupied48.4%
Housing Units757
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,976
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Woodridge, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep43.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,069
Dentists1:2,414
Mental Health1:452
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities249
Woodridge has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall57.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,396 ft (426 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates41.7184°N, 74.5800°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants256
Retail Stores281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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