Moriah City, New York is home to a population of 1,388 people, living in 387 households. The median home value is $124,153 and the average household size is 2.46. The median age is 36.5 years, and there are about 1.01 males for every female. The median household income is $41,563 and the high school graduation rate is 78%.
The population of Moriah City is largely comprised of white-collar workers. The city has a relatively low percentage of Hispanics and blacks. Its Hispanic population is disproportionately low, and it has a lower percentage of foreign-born residents than the state average. A majority of residents in the city are employed in the service industry and in blue-collar occupations.
The city is home to a cemetery, Mount Moriah Cemetery, which was founded by an organization of cemetery managers in 1855. The cemetery is 380 acres, bisected by Cobbs Creek, and serves the city's middle-class population. The cemetery serves the needs of the community, allowing people of all races to inter their departed loved ones.
Real estate in Moriah / Mount Tirzah is almost entirely owner-occupied, according to NeighborhoodScout data. While there are not many rental options, the high percentage of owner-occupied homes could be an indicator of stability.