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Cato, NY

New York · Cayuga County

Cato is a small town in New York with a population of 400. Residents earn $65,982 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
400 Population 404/sq mi density
$65,982 Median Income $29,885 per capita
$154,600 Home Value $220,193 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
128 Violent Crime/100K 3,887 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,982 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,600 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
128 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,982
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,600
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 128/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population400
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,982
Per Capita$29,885
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,600
Rent$840
Ownership64.2%
Zillow$220,193
Housing Units190
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

F
Violent128/100K
Property3,887/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking15.1%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Cato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cato receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Cato offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cato is $65,982, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cato is $154,600, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cato is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,887 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cato experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cato has a population of 400 with a density of 404 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 13.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

400
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cato is $65,982, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,885 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,204, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,739 business establishments, including 173 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cato vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,982
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,885
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253
Gini Index0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cato is $154,600, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,193, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 190 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1951. The average annual property tax is $7,441 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,600
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,193

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

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

Homeownership64.2%
Owner-Occupied64.2%
Renter-Occupied35.8%
Housing Units190
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Cato, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 19.3% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 23.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 5.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,449. The dentist ratio is 1:2,344. 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,449
Dentists1:2,344
Mental Health1:454
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Cato has a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,887 per 100,000, 98% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cato receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cato vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent128.1/100K
66% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,886.6/100K
98% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cato experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 140.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates43.1656°N, 76.5675°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCayuga County County
Nearest AirportSyracuse Hancock International (SYR)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 140.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score61.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability31.0 / 100
Community Resilience84.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 132 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 89 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 65 km
Feb 3, 2001 6 km W of Bath, New York M3.2 114 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 109 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 148 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 120 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 145 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 142 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 123 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 148 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 139 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 89 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 37 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

104 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 20 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 7, 2023 EF3 92 km 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 4 km 1
May 2, 1983 EF3 23 km 0
Jun 2, 1969 EF3 21 km 0
Aug 30, 1955 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF2 88 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 78 km 4
Aug 21, 2011 EF2 21 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 94 km 0
May 16, 2009 EF2 71 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 100 km 0
Aug 28, 1990 EF2 78 km 0
Jul 23, 1990 EF2 80 km 0
Oct 14, 1989 EF2 99 km 2
Sep 18, 1977 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 66 km 1
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 82 km 0
Jul 15, 2024 EF1 82 km 0
Jul 10, 2024 EF1 75 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF1 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 DRY MARSH 1,018 26 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
February 24°F (-4°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.3 in

Cato has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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Cato is located in Cayuga County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.5% of the vote, a 13-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 167 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.32
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyCayuga County County

Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Avg Download Speed188.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed62.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%
Average costs for common services in Cato. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit $378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit $216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit $2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning $140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling $270 ($162–$432)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement $324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation $43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4) $647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement $216 ($108–$378)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour) $97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair $432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair $1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested) $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation $540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full) $162 ($81–$270)
Manicure $27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$140)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb) $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly) $76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly) $92 ($54–$162)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$81)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly) $432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming $65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter $324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter $216 ($108–$432)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,070
Toddler$996
Preschool$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$823
Toddler$779
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cayuga County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,776 157 $62,460 1.07
Manufacturing 3,220 88 $70,567 1.59
Retail Trade 2,989 186 $36,530 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 2,034 156 $25,897 0.91
Construction 1,176 195 $83,576 0.91
Wholesale Trade 841 78 $94,341 0.87
Other Services 733 150 $36,593 0.99
Transportation & Warehousing 703 62 $63,786 0.67
Professional & Technical Services 700 115 $78,759 0.41
Administrative & Waste Services 413 69 $53,396 0.29
Finance & Insurance 329 59 $72,953 0.33
Arts & Entertainment 290 36 $32,863 0.70
Educational Services 227 18 $41,573 0.45
Management of Companies 226 11 $69,551 0.54
Information & Technology 158 27 $73,337 0.34
Utilities 103 7 $119,003 1.10
Real Estate 82 31 $40,451 0.21
Unclassified 58 91 $37,702 1.69

Schools in Cato

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CATO-MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 489 39 12.5:1
CATO-MERIDIAN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL High 378 32 11.8:1
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Radio Stations near Cato

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RadioHits.us radio music rock pop MP3 128 kbps
WRVO-2 PRX Remix Oswego, NY low bandwidth, news MP3 24 kbps

National Parks Near Cato

47 national parks and monuments found near Cato.

ParkTypeFee
Battle Island State Park State Park Free
Beechwood State Park State Park Free
Bonavista State Park State Park Free
Bowman Lake State Park State Park Free
Burnham Point State Park State Park Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park State Park Free
Canastota Cazenovia State Trailway State Park Free
Cayuga Lake State Park State Park Free
Chenango Valley State Park State Park Free
Chimney Bluffs State Park State Park Free
Chittenango Falls State Park State Park Free
Clark Reservation State Park State Park Free
Fair Haven Beach State Park State Park Free
Fillmore Glen State Park State Park Free
Green Lakes State Park State Park Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area State Park Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Helen L. McNitt State Park State Park Free
Irondequoit Bay Marine Park State Park Free
Keuka Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake On The Mountain Provincial Picnic Grounds Free
Ldc State Park Free
Long Point State Park State Park Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) State Park Free
Mark Twain State Park State Park Free
Mexico Point State Park State Park Free
North Beach Provincial Park Free
Nosewicz State Park Free
Old Erie Canal State Park State Park Free
Park State Park Free
Robert G. Wehle State Park State Park Free
Robert H. Treman State Park State Park Free
Sampson State Park State Park Free
Sandy Beach State Park State Park Free
Sandy Island Beach State Park State Park Free
Schapiro-Vernon State Park Free
Selkirk Shores State Park State Park Free
Seneca Lake State Park State Park Free
Southwick Beach State Park State Park Free
Taughannock Falls State Park State Park Free
Timber Island Provincial Park Free
Verona Beach State Park State Park Free
Watkins Glen State Park State Park Free
Westcott Beach State Park State Park Free
Western Finger Lakes State Park State Park Free
Women's Rights National Historical Park National Historical Park Free

Museums in Cato

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTERS FOR NATURE EDUCATIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4007 BISHOP HILL RD3156731350$483,121
SKANEATELES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3156851360$57,038
HISTORY IN FULTON NEW YORKHISTORIC PRESERVATION117 S 1ST STREET3155984616$35,499
MARCELLUS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 EAST MAIN STREET3156734839$15,627
CIVIC HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION11256 SOUTH STREET$7,394
LOCK 52 HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PORT BYRONHISTORIC PRESERVATION73 PINE STREET3152241716$6,019
BALTIMORE WOODS NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4007 BISHOP HILL ROAD3156731350
BEAVER LAKE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8477 EAST MUD LAKE ROAD3156382519
BUTLER HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 343155942332
CAYUGA COUNTY FAIR SPEEDWAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3158346606
CAYUGA MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND ARTGENERAL MUSEUM3152538051
CENTRAL NEW YORK MODEL RAILROAD CLUB & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HANNIBAL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN D BARROW COLLECTION OR ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3156851032
JORDAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIBRARY GALLERY @ 197ART MUSEUM
OLD BRUTUS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3158349342
RED CREEK HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SEWARD HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
SHACKSBORO SCHOOL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3156382452
STERLING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3159476461
STERLING NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER15380 JENZVOLD RD3159476143
WARD W O'HARA AGRICULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3152527644
WILLIARD MEMORIAL CHAPELGENERAL MUSEUM3152520339
WOLCOTT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5994 JEFFERSON ST3155949494

Libraries in Cato

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BALDWINSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY33 EAST GENESEE STREET0.0296,809
SEYMOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT176-178 GENESEE STREET0.0109,338
MARCELLUS FREE LIBRARY32 MAPLE STREET0.072,830
FULTON PUBLIC LIBRARY160 SOUTH FIRST STREET0.057,232
THE SKANEATELES LIBRARY ASSOCIATION49 EAST GENESEE STREET0.038,640
WEEDSPORT FREE LIBRARY2795 EAST BRUTUS STREET0.020,630
WOLCOTT CIVIC FREE LIBRARY5890 NEW HARTFORD STREET0.020,313
ELBRIDGE FREE LIBRARY241 EAST MAIN STREET0.018,050
JORDAN BRAMLEY LIBRARY15 MECHANIC STREET0.017,729
STEWART B. LANG MEMORIAL LIBRARY2577 EAST MAIN STREET0.012,352
RED CREEK FREE LIBRARY6817 MAIN STREET0.011,957
VILLAGE OF FAIR HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY14426 SOUTH RICHMOND AVENUE0.010,608
HANNIBAL FREE LIBRARY162 OSWEGO STREET0.010,496
PORT BYRON LIBRARY12 SPONABLE DRIVE0.010,018

Farmers Markets in Cato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Auburn Farmers Co-op Market Inc.97 state street06/03/2014 to 10/30/2014Tue: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Fulton Farmers MarketCanalview Park & Shop Parking LotMay to OctoberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Yes
Greater Baldwinsville & Camillus Farmers' Market (Baldwinsville Location)50 Salina Street 06/03/2015 to 09/30/2015Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Market Days at Marcellus Park2449 Platt RoadVisit
Montezuma Winery Farmers Market2981 U.S. Route 20June to AugustFri:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit
Skaneateles Farmers Market1 East Austin Street05/14/2015 to 10/10/2015Thu: 3:30 AM-6:30 PM;Visit
Volney Farmers Market1445 County Route 606/04/2013 to 10/01/2013Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Weedsport Area Farmers' Market2690 E. Brutus Street05/25/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Wolcott Area Farmers Market1 Northup Park06/09/2016 to 10/06/2016Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Cato

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Miller Brewing CoBaldwinsville, NY, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Baldwinsville Brewers, Baldwinsville, NY, (1), (2), ,110 Smokey Hollow Rd3154537760Visit
Montezuma WineryVineyards, Winery, Brewers, Wineries2981 Us Route 203155688190Visit
Prison City Pub & BreweryRestaurant and Brewery28 State St3156040763Visit
The Good Shepherds Brewing Co.Brewery31 Loop Rd

Pharmacies in Cato

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
PINE HILL PHARMACY 2949 STATE ROUTE 370 315-626-3161

Daycare Centers in Cato

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CAYUGA / SENECA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY, INC.
2851 ROUTE 370
CENTER BASED — DCC (315) 626-3030 OPEN

Cell Towers in Cato

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5996 Wager Road (59722)LTOWER80
BEACH ROADTOWER75
(Sennett) 379 GENESEE STREETTOWER61
Elbridge Cell Site 78 Gorham RoadTOWER61
2710 RUDE STREETLTOWER61
2385 Bixby Wood Road (107204)LTOWER61
(Weedsport) 11915 State Route 34LTOWER59
12580 Route 34GTOWER59
14293 ACRE ROADLTOWER58
157 STONY ROBBY ROADTOWER58
297 BUNKER HILL ROADLTOWER58
15141 KENT ROADGTOWER57
330 BARKER ROADGTOWER57
WEST SORRELL HILL ROADTOWER53
Fair Haven Cell site 1676 Sterling Station RdTOWER39

Fire Stations in Cato

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cato Fire DepartmentPO Box 252Volunteer315-626-2660
Ira Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.12591 State Route 176Volunteer315-626-2607
Victory Fire Deptment, Inc.12009 State Route 38Volunteer315-626-6866

Bridges in Cato

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous1992302,794F

Superfund Sites Near Cato

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FULTON COGENERATION ASSOC PROJECT662 SOUTH 7TH ST (BETWEEN BURT & JOHN STS)OSWEGO
FULTON COGENERATION ASSOC PROJECT662 SOUTH 7TH ST (BETWEEN BURT & JOHN STS)OSWEGO

Airports Near Cato

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Syracuse Hancock International AirportSYRLarge Airport
Ithaca Tompkins Regional AirportITHMedium Airport
Airlane Enterprises AirportSmall Airport
Airy-Acres AirportSmall Airport
Anthonson AirportSmall Airport
B-Ville AirparkSmall Airport
Camillus AirportSmall Airport
Carter Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Cochran AirportSmall Airport
Cortland County Chase FieldCTXSmall Airport
Culver AirfieldSmall Airport
D'Amico AirportSmall Airport
Farnsworth AirportSmall Airport
Finger Lakes Regional AirportSmall Airport
Flying K AirportSmall Airport
Galloo Island AirportSmall Airport
Grammar AirportSmall Airport
Greenlawn Farm AirportSmall Airport
Grund FieldSmall Airport
Hidden Hills Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hopewell AirparkSmall Airport
Hopewell AirparkSmall Airport
Horizon Air AirportSmall Airport
Lakestone Farm AirportSmall Airport
Long Acre Farms AirportSmall Airport
Loucks AirportSmall Airport
Luther AirportSmall Airport
Marcellus AirportSmall Airport
Mariwill AirportSmall Airport
Match Mate AirportSmall Airport
Mexico Airdrome AirportSmall Airport
Michael AirfieldSmall Airport
Middlesex Valley AirportSmall Airport
Midlakes AirportSmall Airport
Morin AirportSmall Airport
Murphy FieldSmall Airport
Neno AirportSmall Airport
New Salem AerodromeSmall Airport
Oak Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Oswego County AirportSmall Airport
Ovid AirportSmall Airport
Owasco AirportSmall Airport
Paradise AirportSmall Airport
Penn Yan AirportSmall Airport
Pine View AirportSmall Airport
Poolsbrook AerodromeSmall Airport
Rabbit Lane AirportSmall Airport
Re-Dun FieldSmall Airport
Richland AirparkSmall Airport
Riveredge AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cato

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Auburn Police Station

Grocery Stores in Cato

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 16610Other2504 E Main St
Hornings ProduceGrocery Store2213 State Route 370
OHMSAISJP LLC- Terry's Food MartGrocery Store11344 South St
Terry's Food MartConvenience Store11344 South St

Treatment Centers in Cato

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arbor House - Residential ReintegrationSubstance Abuse315-564-5506
Arbor House Supportive Living Program - Arbor House Community ResidenceSubstance Abuse315-564-5506
Auburn Community Hospital - Behavioral Health ServicesBoth315-255-7011 x7784
Brownell Center for Behavioral Health - Fulon Satellite ClinicMental Health315-877-1840
Cayuga Counseling Services Inc - Crisis Coordinator Crisis OutreachMental Health315-253-9795
Cayuga County Community Mental HealthBoth315-253-0341
Cayuga Home for Children - DBA Cayuga CentersMental Health315-253-5383
Grace House - Residential ReintegrationSubstance Abuse315-258-3998
Hillside - Finger Lakes RTF CampusMental Health315-258-2100
Oswego County Opportunities Inc - Oswego Cnty Opp Trans Living ProgramBoth315-598-4717

DOL Wage Violations in Cato

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $69,056 in back wages owed to 103 employees.

1
Violations
$69,056
Back Wages Owed
103
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Bland Farms Production and Packing, LLC 13033 1 $69,056 $670 103

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cato

What is the population of Cato?

Cato has a population of 400 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 404 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.3% male.

Is Cato expensive to live in?

Cato is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,982, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,600 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cato safe?

Cato is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,887 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cato receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cato?

Cato has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Cato?

The job market in Cato is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,204. There are 1,739 business establishments in the area, including 173 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cato?

The median home value in Cato is $154,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,193. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.2%. The average annual property tax is $7,441.

How are the schools in Cato?

Schools in Cato score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.7% of adults in Cato hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cato?

The obesity rate in Cato is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 23.1% of residents report depression. 5.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,449.

What is transportation like in Cato?

The average commute in Cato is 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cato?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cato is 89.5% White, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 13.1% of the population are military veterans. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

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