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Cattaraugus, NY

New York

Cattaraugus is a small town in New York with a population of 1,153. Residents earn $59,145 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,153 Population 1,029/sq mi density
$59,145 Median Income $25,419 per capita
$73,100 Home Value $158,734 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,145 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,100 home value, $633/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,145
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,153
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,145
Per Capita$25,419
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,100
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,734
Housing Units520
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking20.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute38 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Cattaraugus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cattaraugus receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Cattaraugus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cattaraugus is $59,145, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cattaraugus is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cattaraugus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 133.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cattaraugus has a population of 1,153 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,153
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cattaraugus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cattaraugus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cattaraugus is $59,145, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Cattaraugus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,145
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,419
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cattaraugus is $73,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,734.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,734
Median List Price$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$174,900
$/Sq Ft$59
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$778
1 Bedroom$783
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,232
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%
Housing Units520
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate8.88%
In Cattaraugus, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Cattaraugus has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall133.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates42.3298°N, 78.8675°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.27
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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