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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,583 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,731 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,093 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,010 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,495 |
| County GDP | $3,092M |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 201 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.82% |
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $169,700 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $961 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.82% |
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,954/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 51.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 648 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,044/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9755°N, 77.8571°W |
| County FIPS | 36051 |
Winner: Republican by 21.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,044/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Retail Stores | 201 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |