Camillus, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Camillus is a small town in New York with a population of 1,333. Residents earn $50,333 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,333 Population 3,251/sq mi density
$50,333 Median Income $36,660 per capita
$141,400 Home Value
$934 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$50,333 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,400 home value, $934/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,333
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,400
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,333
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density3,251/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,333
Per Capita$36,660
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$42,500M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,400
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation422 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries34

Is Camillus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camillus receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Camillus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camillus is $50,333, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camillus is $141,400, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Camillus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 127.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Camillus has a population of 1,333 with a density of 3,251 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

1,333
Total Population
3,251
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Camillus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camillus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camillus is $50,333, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Camillus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,333
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,660
Avg Weekly Wage$1,335
IRS Avg AGI$79,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)12,898
County GDP$42,500M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,173
Healthcare1,214
Retail1,553
Manufacturing391

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,491
171% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Camillus is $141,400, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,400
50% below US avg
Median List Price$193,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$193,000
$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$934
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,778

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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,491
171% above US avg
Effective Rate6.71%
In Camillus, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death7,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,214

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Camillus has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall127.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density3,251/sq mi
Coordinates43.0387°N, 76.3099°W
County FIPS36067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.4%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 17.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,251/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities1,214
Restaurants1,173
Retail Stores1,553

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home10.3%

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