Caledonia, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Caledonia is a small town in New York with a population of 2,193. Residents earn $89,583 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,193 Population 1,044/sq mi density
$89,583 Median Income $46,731 per capita
$169,700 Home Value
$961 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,583 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,700 home value, $961/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,583
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $169,700
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

How Caledonia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,193
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,044/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,583
Per Capita$46,731
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,700
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation648 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Libraries8

Is Caledonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caledonia receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Caledonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caledonia is $89,583, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caledonia is $169,700, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Caledonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Caledonia has a population of 2,193 with a density of 1,044 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

2,193
Total Population
1,044
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caledonia is $89,583, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Caledonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,583
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,731
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,495
County GDP$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare119
Retail201
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Caledonia is $169,700, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,700
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg

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-Occupied71.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Caledonia, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Caledonia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119

Crime Rates: Caledonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Caledonia has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall51.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Coordinates42.9755°N, 77.8571°W
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home6.8%

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