Median Income $83,214

11% higher than US avg

Home Value $168,200

40% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.2%

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.6%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population427

Median Age51.6 yrs

Density155/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans14.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$83,214

Per Capita$35,900

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,092M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$168,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units156

Health

Obesity35.6%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking17.6%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation783 ft (239 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.2%

High School+97.8%

Graduate+7.3%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%

Commute22 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries8

Is York a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York 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, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. York stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in York is $83,214, 11% 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in York is $168,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

York experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

York has a population of 427 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

427

Total Population

155

People / sq mi

51.6yrs

Median Age

33% above US avg

2.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

York vs U.S. Average

The median household income in York is $83,214, which is 11% 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 22 minutes.

Income: York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$83,214
	11% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,900
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,093
IRS Avg AGI	$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,495
County GDP	$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants	133
Healthcare	119
Retail	201
Manufacturing	65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.3 min
Drive Alone	76.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in York is $168,200, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$168,200
	40% below US avg
Median List Price	$1,498,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,498,000
$/Sq Ft	$47
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	92.6%
Price Drops	8.1%
Inventory	37

Rental Costs

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-Occupied	73.3%
Housing Units	156
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.86%

In York, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.6%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	33.6%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.6%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	27.1%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.3%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	56.9%
Premature Death	5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	79.3%
Healthcare Facilities	119

York has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.1°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	783 ft (239 m)
Area	2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density	155/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8696°N, 77.8872°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36051

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%

D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.2%
	19% below US avg
High School+	97.8%
Graduate Degree+	7.3%
School Test Score	5.39

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	155/sq mi
Total Area	2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	119
Restaurants	133
Retail Stores	201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.3 min
Drive Alone	76.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

York, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is York a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

York vs U.S. Average

Income: York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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