Monticello, NY Micro Area

Monticello, NY · Micro Area

79,721Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $72,382
Median home value: $249,000
Land area: 968 sq mi

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Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Sullivan County, NY	Central	79,721	$72,382	$249,000

Largest cities and towns

30 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Thompson, NY	Town	16,714	$65,021
Fallsburg, NY	Town	14,581	$62,452
Mamakating, NY	Town	12,728	$90,631
Liberty (Town), NY	Town	10,358	$68,047
Monticello, NY	Village	7,279	$50,583
Liberty, NY	Village	5,142	$64,913
Bethel, NY	Town	4,054	$67,048
Neversink, NY	Town	3,380	$80,682
Rockland, NY	Town	3,307	$52,778
Callicoon, NY	Town	3,030	$92,833
Rock Hill, NY	CDP	2,546	$112,344
Delaware, NY	Town	2,261	$96,146
Highland, NY	Town	2,234	$63,846
Lumberland, NY	Town	2,068	$102,957
South Fallsburg, NY	CDP	1,914	$44,706
Tusten, NY	Town	1,539	$75,893
Cochecton, NY	Town	1,489	$72,292
Loch Sheldrake, NY	CDP	1,308	$27,214
Wurtsboro, NY	Village	1,243	$79,000
Fremont, NY	Town	1,189	$67,115
Woodridge, NY	Village	955	$61,298
Forestburgh, NY	Town	789	$133,438
Livingston Manor, NY	CDP	727	$48,580
Smallwood, NY	CDP	693	$65,186
Bloomingburg, NY	Village	680	$28,958

Also in the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ · metro · 19,798,537 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT · metro · 956,330 Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY · metro · 704,836 Trenton-Princeton, NJ · metro · 385,864 Kingston, NY · metro · 182,601 Hemlock Farms, PA · micro · 60,621

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Unemployment

5.8%

College Educated

30.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$72,382

Mean Household Income

$105,703

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

51.9%

Female

48.1%

Population Split

Male51.9%

Female48.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish14.0%

German13.5%

Italian10.4%

English6.8%

Polish4.0%

French1.9%

Mexican1.5%

Scottish1.4%

African0.8%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

13.0%Foreign Born

87.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized50.1%

Non-Citizen49.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.5%

Before 201067.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

49,994

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Median Home Value

$249,000

Median Year Built

1974

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

16,593

College Enrollment

14.9%

High School

23.9%

College Educated

30.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

28.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

71.5%

Public Transit

1.3%

Work From Home

13.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34 Years

20.1%

35-64 Years

39.2%

65+ Years

19.3%

Population Composition

Under 1821.4%

18-3420.1%

35-6439.2%

65+19.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

41.9%

Single Parent

6.1%

Living Alone

33.1%

Avg Size

2.39

Household Types

Married Couples41.9%

Single Parent6.1%

Living Alone33.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$42,334

SNAP Usage

17.1%

Health Insurance

94.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.7%

$25k - $50k18.9%

$50k - $100k29.5%

$100k+35.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

7.2%

Retail Trade

9.5%

Education & Health Care

29.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

91.6

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

149.0

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.

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