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Canaseraga, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Canaseraga is a small town in New York with a population of 391. Residents earn $72,813 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
391 Population 369/sq mi density
$72,813 Median Income $26,541 per capita
$70,800 Home Value $111,435 Zillow
$943 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$72,813 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,800 home value, $943/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,813
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population391
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,813
Per Capita$26,541
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,800
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,435
Housing Units182
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries8

Is Canaseraga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canaseraga receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Canaseraga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canaseraga is $72,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canaseraga is $70,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Canaseraga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 62.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Canaseraga has a population of 391 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

391
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Canaseraga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canaseraga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canaseraga is $72,813, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Canaseraga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,813
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Canaseraga is $70,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,435.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,800
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,435

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

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-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate11.55%
In Canaseraga, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119
Canaseraga has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates42.4618°N, 77.7773°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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