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Margaretville, NY


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Margaretville, New York

Margaretville, New York, in Delaware county, is 57 miles SW of Albany, New York (center to center) and 100 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. The village is home to some 643 residents.

The People and Families of Margaretville

In Margaretville, about 41% of adults are married. People in Margaretville have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The village somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Margaretville than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the village.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Margaretville had a median family income of $37,188.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,700) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Margaretville. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Margaretville Housing

According to the 2000 census, 65% of the housing in Margaretville was owner-occupied. The village presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the village, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Margaretville. In the village you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Margaretville, 72% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Margaretville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 11%Margaretville Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 12%Margaretville Affordability of Rents
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Margaretville Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Margaretville, NY

Comparing Margaretville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women73
Racial Diversity53
Well-Paid Single Men31
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults52
Median Family Income42
People in Middle Class or Better31
People Above Poverty32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use94
Working at Home88
Short Commute Times78
Walking and Biking to Work65

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Affordability of Rents59
Affordability of Property Taxes39
Housing Recently Built13
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