Median Income
$61,979
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,200
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Canistota Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population664
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,186/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,979
Per Capita$32,292
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$406M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,690
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,551 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Is Canistota a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Canistota receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Canistota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Canistota is $61,979, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Canistota is $112,200, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Canistota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Canistota has a population of 664 with a density of 1,186 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Canistota vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Canistota vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Canistota is $61,979, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Canistota vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,979 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,292 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $973 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,058 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 246 |
| County GDP | $406M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,817 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Canistota is $112,200, 60% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,690.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,200 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $297,690 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,817 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.29% |
In Canistota, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Canistota vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,584/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Canistota vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Canistota has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.0 inches |
| 29% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,551 ft (473 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5978°N, 97.2926°W |
| County FIPS | 46087 |