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Cost of living in Mechanicstown summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Mechanicstown. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New York. Key points include:
The cost of living in Mechanicstown is 113 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Mechanicstown is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Mechanicstown is $412,418.
The median income in Mechanicstown is $81,250.
Mechanicstown's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Mechanicstown Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Mechanicstown | New York | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 113 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 105 | 100 |
| Groceries | 113 | 108 | 100 |
| Health | 119 | 143 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 112 | 100 |
| Transportation | 110 | 114 | 100 |
| Utilities | 107 | 111 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Mechanicstown, NY Weather
The average high in Mechanicstown is 60.3° and the average low is 39.9°.
There are 81.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.0 inches of precipitation each year with 39.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | Mechanicstown |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 60.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 81.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 39.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Mechanicstown Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Mechanicstown
The current population in Mechanicstown is 8,808. The population has increased 18.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,808 | 17.8% |
| 2023 | 7,479 | -13.2% |
| 2022 | 8,620 | 10.8% |
| 2021 | 7,777 | 0.1% |
| 2020 | 7,770 | 13.1% |
| 2019 | 6,869 | -1.3% |
| 2018 | 6,957 | 0.8% |
| 2017 | 6,904 | -1.1% |
| 2016 | 6,982 | -2.1% |
| 2015 | 7,130 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 7,030 | 2.3% |
| 2013 | 6,874 | 2.4% |
| 2012 | 6,715 | -5.5% |
| 2011 | 7,107 | -4.7% |
| 2010 | 7,457 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Mechanicstown
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Mechanicstown is:
32.4% White with 2,852 White residents.
24.0% African American with 2,117 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
3.0% Asian with 265 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 20 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 23 Other residents.
4.7% Two Or More with 413 Two Or More residents.
35.4% Hispanic with 3,118 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Mechanicstown | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 32.4% | 52.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 24.0% | 13.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.0% | 9.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.7% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 35.4% | 19.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Mechanicstown
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Mechanicstown is 54.1% female with 4,767 female residents.
Mechanicstown is 45.9% male with 4,041 male residents.
| Gender | Mechanicstown | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Mechanicstown for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed 9-12th grade.
32.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed high school / ged.
28.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed associate's degree.
17.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Mechanicstown completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Mechanicstown | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 32.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Mechanicstown, New York
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2.5% of households in Mechanicstown earn Less than $10,000.
3.3% of households in Mechanicstown earn $10,000 to $14,999.
11.4% of households in Mechanicstown earn $15,000 to $24,999.
11.0% of households in Mechanicstown earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.5% of households in Mechanicstown earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.1% of households in Mechanicstown earn $50,000 to $74,999.
16.7% of households in Mechanicstown earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.1% of households in Mechanicstown earn $100,000 to $149,999.
13.7% of households in Mechanicstown earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.5% of households in Mechanicstown earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Mechanicstown | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.3% | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.4% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.0% | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.5% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.1% | 13.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16.7% | 11.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.1% | 16.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.7% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.5% | 17.1% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
