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Cape Vincent, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Cape Vincent is a small town in New York with a population of 531. Residents earn $58,229 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
531 Population 759/sq mi density
$58,229 Median Income $37,151 per capita
$202,300 Home Value $233,099 Zillow
$774 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,229 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$202,300 home value, $774/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,229
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population531
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density759/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,229
Per Capita$37,151
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,300
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,099
Housing Units376
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.9%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+19.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries25

Is Cape Vincent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cape Vincent receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cape Vincent stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cape Vincent is $58,229, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cape Vincent is $202,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cape Vincent has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cape Vincent has a population of 531 with a density of 759 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

531
Total Population
759
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cape Vincent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cape Vincent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cape Vincent is $58,229, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Cape Vincent vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,229
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,151
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cape Vincent is $202,300, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,099.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,300
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,099
Median List Price$104,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$104,900
$/Sq Ft$275
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$774
33% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units376
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Cape Vincent, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cape Vincent vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Cape Vincent has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density759/sq mi
Coordinates44.1232°N, 76.3307°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+19.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density759/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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