New York
Canton is a small city in New York with a population of 7,222. Residents earn $62,438 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Canton receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Canton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Canton is $62,438, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Canton is $182,900, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Canton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 90.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.7% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,438 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,177 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,202 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,170 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,104 |
| County GDP | $6,588M |
| Restaurants | 253 |
| Healthcare | 233 |
| Retail | 339 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,866 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.75% |
| Commute Time | 11.9 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
| Census Median | $182,900 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,206 |
| Median List Price | $219,000 |
| Median List Price | $219,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $121 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 42.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,866 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.75% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,243/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Annual Average | 44.6°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.2 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 77.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 393 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,740/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6000°N, 75.1666°W |
| County FIPS | 36089 |
Winner: Republican by 18 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 47.7% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,740/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 22 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Restaurants | 253 |
| Retail Stores | 339 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 11.9 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |