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Callicoon, NY

New York

Callicoon is a small town in New York with a population of 169. Residents earn $88,819 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
169 Population 273/sq mi density
$88,819 Median Income $60,697 per capita
$240,000 Home Value $337,714 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$88,819 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,819
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.4%
82% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans18.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,819
Per Capita$60,697
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,714
Housing Units207
Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity28.0%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking11.0%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation769 ft (234 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+32.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Callicoon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callicoon receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Callicoon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callicoon is $88,819, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% 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 Callicoon is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Callicoon is a highly educated community — 61.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Callicoon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Callicoon has a population of 169 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 11.8% Black.

Population

169
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.8%
Female 27.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Callicoon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Callicoon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callicoon is $88,819, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Callicoon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,819
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,697
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Callicoon is $240,000, 15% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,714.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$337,714

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.6%

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-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Callicoon, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Callicoon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates41.7659°N, 75.0579°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 61.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.4%
82% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+32.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home12.5%

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