Canandaigua, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Canandaigua is a small city in New York with a population of 10,542. Residents earn $63,268 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
10,542 Population 2,307/sq mi density
$63,268 Median Income $41,880 per capita
$218,300 Home Value
$1,093 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
459 Violent Crime/100K 2,880 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,268 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$218,300 home value, $1,093/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
459 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,268
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,300
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 459/100K
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.1%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,093
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,542
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density2,307/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,268
Per Capita$41,880
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$8,917M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,300
Rent$1,093
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent459/100K
Property2,880/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault268/100K
Burglary536/100K

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation765 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.1%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute20 min
EV Stations35
Libraries12

Is Canandaigua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canandaigua receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Canandaigua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canandaigua is $63,268, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canandaigua is $218,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,880 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Canandaigua experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Canandaigua has a population of 10,542 with a density of 2,307 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

10,542
Total Population
2,307
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Canandaigua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canandaigua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canandaigua is $63,268, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Canandaigua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,268
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,880
Avg Weekly Wage$1,232
IRS Avg AGI$88,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,312
County GDP$8,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare277
Retail494
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Canandaigua is $218,300, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,093 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,300
23% below US avg
Median List Price$339,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$339,450
$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,093
6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,717

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-Occupied48.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Canandaigua, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities277
Canandaigua has a violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,880 per 100,000 (47% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent459.2/100K
21% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape172.2/100K
Robbery19.1/100K
Assault267.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,879.8/100K
47% above US avg
Burglary535.8/100K
Theft2,267.5/100K
Vehicle Theft76.5/100K
Arson9.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Canandaigua has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density2,307/sq mi
Coordinates42.8890°N, 77.2803°W
County FIPS36069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 49.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.1%
16% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,307/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations35
Alt Fuel Stations35
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities277
Restaurants330
Retail Stores494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

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