Yorkshire, NY

New York

Yorkshire is a small town in New York with a population of 1,042. Residents earn $25,370 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,042 Population 563/sq mi density
$25,370 Median Income $20,094 per capita
N/A Home Value
$737 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$25,370 median income, 3.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$737/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,370
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.3%
354% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,042
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density563/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,370
Per Capita$20,094
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty56.3%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation1,424 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries9

Is Yorkshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yorkshire receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Yorkshire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yorkshire is $25,370, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 56.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Yorkshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Yorkshire has a population of 1,042 with a density of 563 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

1,042
Total Population
563
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Yorkshire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yorkshire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yorkshire is $25,370, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 56.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Yorkshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,370
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate56.3%
354% above US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg
Rent Burden29.4%

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-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
In Yorkshire, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Yorkshire has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,424 ft (434 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density563/sq mi
Coordinates42.5234°N, 78.4755°W
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.1%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density563/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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