Balmville, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Balmville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
3,725
2023 ACS
Median Income
$107,204
2023
Median Home Value
$359,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,671
2023
Median Age
47.3
Unemployment
4.9%
Cost of Living Index
166.0
100 = national avg
Balmville is a city in Orange County, New York, with a population of 3,725 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Balmville is one of the communities in New York.
The median household income in Balmville is $107,204, and the median home value is $359,600. The cost of living index is 166.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,671 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, and the median age is 47.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
3,725
Male
1,910
51.3%
Female
1,815
48.7%
Median Age
47.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
24.8%
High School or Higher
50.9%
Foreign Born
18.9%
Veterans
6.3%
Married
43.4%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.636
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.3%
Foreign Born
18.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
22.7%
846 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
77.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
3,571
English Only
72.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
563 speakers
Limited English
7.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
92.7%
Limited English Proficiency
7.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
235
6.3% of population
Disability Rate
17.4%
41 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$71,563
Unemployment Rate
7.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
209
88.9%
Female Veterans
26
11.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$71,563
Non-Veteran Income
$45,087
Difference
$26,476
58.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
41
Without Disability
194
Disability Rate
17.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
2,632
#1 Ancestry
Irish
16.8% (626)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
11.9% (445)
#3 Ancestry
West Indian
6.0% (225)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
1,315
Family Households
941
71.6%
Married Couples
631
48.0%
Non-Family Households
374
28.4%
Single Mother Households
244
18.6%
Single Father Households
66
5.0%
Living Alone
265
20.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
465
In Married Couple
134
28.8%
With Single Mother
210
45.2%
With Single Father
121
26.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$127,123
Married Couple Income
$149,375
Single Mother Income
$101,897
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
210
Grandparents Responsible
59
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$107,204
+46% vs national
Per Capita Income
$47,984
+29% vs national
Poverty Rate
3.7%
-73% vs national
Gini Index
0.3856
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.9%
-6% vs national
SNAP Recipients
6.4%
of households
How Balmville Compares
Balmville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Balmville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Balmville, NY has a median household income of $107,204, making it the 3,941st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher median household income than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Balmville, NY has a per capita income of $47,984, making it the 5,094th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher per capita income than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Balmville, NY has a poverty rate of 3.7%, making it the 25,601st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher poverty rate than 18% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Balmville, NY has a unemployment rate of 4.9%, making it the 11,926th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher unemployment rate than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Balmville. The median household income here is $107,204.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
-2% vs NY avg
Labor Force
2,010
Employed
1,912
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
24.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
50.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
47.3
Work from Home
11.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
166.0
100 = national avg
+66.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,019
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$172,590
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The median household income in Balmville, NY is $107,204, which is 46.4% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $47,984. The poverty rate of 3.7% is lower than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3856, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 2,010. 24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 74.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 166.0, which is 66.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 201.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,019 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$569,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Days on Market
64
Active Inventory
7
Months of Supply
7.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Pending Sales
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$206
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Balmville, NY? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area, home prices have risen 411.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 54.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 105.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 59.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY housing market rather than Balmville alone.
Metro area: Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY
Balmville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Balmville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Balmville, NY has a median home value of $359,600, making it the 5,376th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher median home value than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Balmville, NY has a median rent of $1,671, making it the 3,119th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher median rent than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Balmville, NY has a price per square foot of $206, making it the 7,601st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher price per square foot than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Balmville, NY has a rent burden of 18.7%, making it the 10,708th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Balmville has a higher rent burden than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$359,600
Median Rent
$1,671
Total Housing Units
1,373
Vacancy Rate
4.2%
Owner Occupied
74.8%
Renter Occupied
25.3%
Median Property Tax
$6,881
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,731
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,881
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.91%
of home value
Median Home Value
$359,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$7,868
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,881) by the median home value ($359,600). In Balmville, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 1.91%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Balmville, NY is $569,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 64 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $206. The median rent is $1,671 per month (Census ACS). About 74.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1961. There are 1,373 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,881. The effective tax rate is 1.91%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Balmville. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
90.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
90.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
26.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
63.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
36
Public Assistance
$111.1M
Individual Assistance
$9.8M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennings Creek Fire → | Fire | Nov 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2023 | $16.0M | — |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $13.7M | $1.6M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Henri → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $34.3M | $2.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $3.9M | $184K |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Severe Storm | Sep 2011 | $8.2M | $124K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $25.5M | $5.3M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Dec 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | $2.7M | $283K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2006 | $27K | $7K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $2.7M | $37K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | $436K | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 37 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,028
Total Claims Paid
$26,776,050
Avg Claim Payout
$13,203
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
34
Federal Funding
$8,244,239
Properties Protected
22
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.61
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 11 | $721,224 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 7 | $1,494,849 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 3 | $14,267 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 3 | $72,976 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $701,123 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Balmville has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, winter weather, landslide. The area has had 36 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (10 declarations). 2,028 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $111,100,724 in public assistance recovery funding. $9,760,635 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 34 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.4%
5.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.6%
6.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.7%
1.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
3.8pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.4%
Arthritis
25.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.6%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.6%
Loneliness
30.5%
Lack of Support
23.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.4%
Mobility
11.6%
Cognitive
10.8%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
6.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Balmville has an obesity rate of 30.4%, which is 5.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.6%, 6.9pp below the national average. About 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. 81.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
St Luke'S Cornwall Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke'S Cornwall Hospital | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Keller Ach (West Point) | 9.7 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
| Vassar Brothers Medical Center | 13.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Putnam Hospital Center | 17.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Va Hudson Valley Healthcare System | 20.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
74.5%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
6.3%
+598% vs national
Work From Home
11.6%
+24% vs national
Carpool
5.0%
Walk
2.2%
How Balmville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Balmville, NY covers travel times and transportation modes. 74.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.6% work from home, which is above the NY state average of 11.1%. Public transit is used by 6.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 5.0% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.0%
of households
No Internet
0.7%
of households
Total Households
1,315
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.3%
of households
Smartphone
91.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.6%
of households
Tablet
67.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs Under 10,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Balmville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
92.9% of households in Balmville have broadband internet access. 75.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 17.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 0.7% of households have no internet access. 7.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Balmville is located in Orange County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Balmville.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
80,253
45.8%
GOP Votes
94,936
54.2%
Total Votes
175,189
Margin
R+8.4%
Shift from 2020
R+8.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 80,253 | 94,936 | 175,189 | 45.8% | 54.2% | R+8.4 |
| 2020 | 84,684 | 84,996 | 172,099 | 49.2% | 49.4% | R+0.2 |
| 2016 | 63,037 | 72,129 | 140,753 | 44.8% | 51.2% | R+6.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 175,189 total votes. Republicans won the county with 54.2% of the vote compared to 45.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+8.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Orange County has shifted 1.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
19
Total Population
219,538
Avg Median Income
-$70,074,782
Avg Home Value
-$104,932,337
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10516 | 5,607 | $135,922 | $625,400 | $1,798 | 31.5 |
| 10953 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10996 | 6,549 | $139,700 | N/A | $3,501 | 3.2 |
| 12508 | 19,519 | $88,510 | $401,500 | $1,700 | 14.4 |
| 12512 | 232 | $96,151 | $435,300 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 12518 | 5,728 | $99,833 | $358,200 | $1,720 | 8.0 |
| 12520 | 3,088 | $150,144 | $458,700 | $1,457 | 4.1 |
| 12524 | 15,079 | $95,713 | $373,000 | $1,806 | 16.7 |
| 12527 | 42 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 12542 | 5,859 | $123,517 | $356,300 | $1,833 | 14.4 |
| 12547 | 2,808 | $87,727 | $384,300 | $1,897 | 9.2 |
| 12548 | 1,039 | $114,191 | $327,800 | $1,914 | 3.9 |
| 12550 | 54,996 | $78,019 | $297,400 | $1,466 | 34.7 |
| 12553 | 27,300 | $94,207 | $351,200 | $1,612 | 24.2 |
| 12575 | 1,743 | $147,950 | $412,500 | N/A | 16.1 |
| 12577 | 1,613 | $150,321 | $460,100 | $1,422 | 7.7 |
| 12586 | 12,874 | $94,107 | $335,600 | $1,576 | 23.8 |
| 12589 | 19,639 | $118,214 | $342,400 | $1,149 | 59.5 |
| 12590 | 35,823 | $98,252 | $365,900 | $1,674 | 34.8 |
Balmville, NY has 19 ZIP codes with a combined population of 219,538. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$70,074,782. The average median home value is -$104,932,337. The average median monthly rent is -$140,349,481.
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