Wawarsing

Ulster County, New York

Population 183K |Median income $86,271 |2 hospitals

Population

182,601

Ulster County

Median Income

$86,271

+27% vs avg

Median Home Value

$352,500

+55% vs avg

Median Age

44.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

183K+0%

Median Income

$86,271+47%

Median Home Value

$352,500+52%

Poverty Rate

14.6%+17%

Unemployment

5.4%-44%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,425/mo

Poverty Rate

14.6% +3% vs avg

Unemployment 5.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 38.2%

Work From Home 17.6%

Public Transit 1.9%

Population

White 74.6%

African American 6.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.9%

Asian 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

37%

Short Sleep Duration

35.6%

Obesity

30.5%

Physical Inactivity

24.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.2%

Binge Drinking

15.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.3%

Current Smoking

11.8%

Diabetes

10.9%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.5%

Annual Checkup 81.5%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

6.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.5%

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

HEALTHALLIANCE HOSPITAL MARYS AVENUE CAMPUS

KINGSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Wawarsing Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago

FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago

FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago

FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago

FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Wawarsing, NY? ▼

Wawarsing, NY has a population of 182,601 people, located in Ulster County, New York.

What is the median household income in Wawarsing? ▼

The median household income in Wawarsing, NY is $86,271 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.

What is the median home value in Wawarsing? ▼

The median home value in Wawarsing, NY is $352,500. Median rent is $1,425/month.

What are the top health concerns in Wawarsing? ▼

The top health indicators in Wawarsing include High Blood Pressure (37%), Short Sleep Duration (35.6%), Obesity (30.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Wawarsing? ▼

Wawarsing has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Wawarsing? ▼

The median age in Wawarsing, NY is 44.1 years. 38.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Wawarsing, NY is located in Ulster County, New York. With a population of 183K and a median household income of $86,271, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Wawarsing area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Ulster County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.