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Cassadaga, NY

New York

Cassadaga is a small town in New York with a population of 515. Residents earn $70,357 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
515 Population 606/sq mi density
$70,357 Median Income $36,738 per capita
$113,100 Home Value $170,088 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,357 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,100 home value, $638/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,357
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density606/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,357
Per Capita$36,738
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,100
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,088
Housing Units279
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.7%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,320 ft (402 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries24

Is Cassadaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cassadaga receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Cassadaga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cassadaga is $70,357, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cassadaga is $113,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cassadaga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 75.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cassadaga has a population of 515 with a density of 606 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

515
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cassadaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cassadaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cassadaga is $70,357, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Cassadaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,357
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,738
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cassadaga is $113,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,088

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

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-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate6.37%
In Cassadaga, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Cassadaga has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall75.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,320 ft (402 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates42.3416°N, 79.3170°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density606/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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