What are the schools like in Greene, NY?

Greene is served primarily by GREENE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What is the median household income in Greene?

The median household income in Greene, NY is $54,167 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Greene, NY?

Greene has an average high temperature of 32.3°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 47.6 inches.

Greene, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Greene, NY affordable or expensive?

Greene's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Greene is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $137,900 and the median rent is $665 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Greene, NY?

Crime rate data for Greene is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Greene, NY a Good Place to Live?

Greene is a small town of 1,574 in New York, with a median household income of $54,167 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Greene stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Greene is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Greene city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.4

Greene's overall cost of living index is 93.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Greene costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Greene, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$137,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$665	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	53.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,167	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Greene is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Greene is served primarily by GREENE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Greene, NY	National Avg
School District	GREENE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Greene sees average highs of 32.3°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 44.4 inches of annual precipitation and 47.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Greene, NY
Average High — January	32.3°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	44.4"
Annual Snowfall	47.6"

Demographics

Metric	Greene, NY	National Avg
Population	1,574	—
Median Age	38.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.9%	22.2%
65 and over	21.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Smithville Flats, NY 5 mi Whitney Point, NY 10 mi Oxford, NY 12 mi Chenango Bridge, NY 12 mi Lisle, NY 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Greene

Greene, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

13778

Greene vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greene, NY affordable or expensive?

Greene's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Greene roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $137,900 and median rent is $665/month.

What is the crime rate in Greene, NY?

Crime data for Greene is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Greene?

Public schools in Greene are operated by GREENE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1. 21.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Greene, NY a good place to live?

Greene, NY has a population of 1,574, a median household income of $54,167, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Greene?

Greene averages 32.3°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.4 inches with about 47.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Greene?

Greene, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 13778.

What is the population of Greene?

The population of Greene, New York is 1,574 with a median age of 38.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Greene?

Key numbers for living in Greene: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $137,900, median household income $54,167, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Greene side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.