Median Income
$48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$201,400
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cayuga Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population186
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Economy
A
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$15,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,438M
Commute19 min
Housing
A
Home Value$201,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation795 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries1
Is Cayuga a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cayuga receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cayuga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cayuga is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 $201,400, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.9% 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 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Cayuga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Cayuga has a population of 186 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (54.3%), with 45.7% White.
Population
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Cayuga is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,125 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,804 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $871 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,966 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 775 |
| County GDP | $1,438M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 73 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,121 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Cayuga is $201,400, 29% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $201,400 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,121 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Cayuga, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cayuga vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.1% |
| Asthma | 14.5% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 31.4% |
| Mental Distress | 23.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 67.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,080/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
Crime Rates: Cayuga vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Cayuga has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 795 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6374°N, 94.6517°W |
| County FIPS | 40115 |