Haines Falls, NY is a small hamlet located in Greene County, New York. It has a population of just over 300 people and is nestled in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. According to BestPlaces, Haines Falls has an overall BestPlaces Score of 67/100 and ranks #2739 out of all US cities and towns. The majority of its rankings are based on amenities, cost of living, crime rates, education levels, employment, housing and weather. In particular, the weather score for Haines Falls was rated well above average with an impressive 78/100 ranking. Other notable figures include a low unemployment rate of 3.9%, crime rate below the national average at 35/100 and high scores for amenities (75/100) and housing (72/100). All these points combined make Haines Falls an attractive place to live as it provides good access to amenities while also offering desirable natural beauty with its mountain surroundings.
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