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Cayuga, NY

New York

Cayuga is a small town in New York with a population of 513. Residents earn $95,089 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
513 Population 570/sq mi density
$95,089 Median Income $46,466 per capita
$142,000 Home Value $283,384 Zillow
$660 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,089 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,000 home value, $660/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,089
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $142,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density570/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,089
Per Capita$46,466
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,000
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,384
Housing Units204
Rent Burden36.7%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation465 ft (142 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Cayuga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cayuga receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Cayuga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cayuga is $95,089, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cayuga is $142,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cayuga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 109.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cayuga has a population of 513 with a density of 570 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

513
Total Population
570
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cayuga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cayuga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cayuga is $95,089, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cayuga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,089
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cayuga is $142,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,384.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,000
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,384

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$884
1 Bedroom$889
2 Bedrooms$1,124
3 Bedrooms$1,463
4 Bedrooms$1,679

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.4%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Cayuga, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,743
Dentists1:3,288
Mental Health1:415
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Cayuga has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall109.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation465 ft (142 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density570/sq mi
Coordinates42.9195°N, 76.7280°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score5.32
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density570/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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