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Au Sable Forks, NY

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Au Sable Forks is a small town in New York with a population of 559. Residents earn $53,352 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
559 Population 225/sq mi density
$53,352 Median Income $33,609 per capita
$168,800 Home Value $195,073 Zillow
$867 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,352 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $867/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,352
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

How Au Sable Forks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population559
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,352
Per Capita$33,609
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$4,929M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,073
Housing Units248
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation795 ft (242 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries9

Is Au Sable Forks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Au Sable Forks receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Au Sable Forks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Au Sable Forks is $53,352, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Au Sable Forks is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Au Sable Forks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 104.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Au Sable Forks has a population of 559 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

559
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Au Sable Forks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Au Sable Forks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Au Sable Forks is $53,352, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Au Sable Forks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,352
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$65,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,948
County GDP$4,929M

Business (County)

Restaurants187
Healthcare211
Retail323
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Au Sable Forks is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,073.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,073

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units248
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,549
116% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
In Au Sable Forks, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Au Sable Forks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death7,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities211
Au Sable Forks has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall104.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation795 ft (242 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates44.4547°N, 73.6709°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.2-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.1%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities211
Restaurants187
Retail Stores323

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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