Woodstock, NY

New York

Woodstock is a small town in New York with a population of 2,562. Residents earn $51,140 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,562 Population 375/sq mi density
$51,140 Median Income $53,893 per capita
$553,700 Home Value
$1,757 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,140 median income, 4.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$553,700 home value, $1,757/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,140
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $553,700
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.2%
82% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,757
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,562
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density375/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,140
Per Capita$53,893
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute24 min

Housing

F
Home Value$553,700
Rent$1,757
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain67.7 in/yr
Elevation595 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.2%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Woodstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodstock receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Woodstock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodstock is $51,140, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodstock is $553,700, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,757 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Woodstock is a highly educated community — 61.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.7 inches, including 85.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Woodstock has a population of 2,562 with a density of 375 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

2,562
Total Population
375
People / sq mi
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodstock is $51,140, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Woodstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,140
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,893
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone41.2%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home49.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodstock is $553,700, 96% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,757 (51% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$553,700
96% above US avg
Median List Price$1,499,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,499,900
$/Sq Ft$396
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio92.1%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,757
51% above 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-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Woodstock, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75

Crime Rates: Woodstock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Woodstock has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.7 inches
78% above US avg
Snowfall85.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation595 ft (181 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.7 km²)
Population Density375/sq mi
Coordinates42.0432°N, 74.1167°W
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 61.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.2%
82% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density375/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone41.2%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home49.1%

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