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Castorland, NY

New York

Castorland is a small town in New York with a population of 414. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
414 Population 1,218/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $26,148 per capita
$154,300 Home Value $198,934 Zillow
$906 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,300 home value, $906/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population414
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,218/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$26,148
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,659M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,300
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,934
Housing Units147
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.1%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+79.1%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries10

Is Castorland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Castorland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Castorland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castorland is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castorland is $154,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Castorland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 116.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Castorland has a population of 414 with a density of 1,218 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

414
Total Population
1,218
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.9%
Female 62.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Castorland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Castorland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castorland is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Castorland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$62,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)600
County GDP$1,659M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare41
Retail73
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Castorland is $154,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,934.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,934

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

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-Occupied48.7%
Housing Units147
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Castorland, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,476
Dentists1:5,340
Mental Health1:466
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Castorland has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall116.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Coordinates43.8862°N, 75.5165°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+79.1%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants65
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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