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Chateaugay, NY

New York

Chateaugay is a small town in New York with a population of 798. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
798 Population 739/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $37,587 per capita
$122,100 Home Value
$865 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,100 home value, $865/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population798
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$37,587
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,100
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units403
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking18.4%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation933 ft (284 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries5

Is Chateaugay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chateaugay receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chateaugay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chateaugay is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chateaugay is $122,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chateaugay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 98.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Chateaugay has a population of 798 with a density of 739 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 12.2% Black.

Population

798
Total Population
739
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chateaugay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chateaugay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chateaugay is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Chateaugay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,587
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chateaugay is $122,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,100
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

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-Occupied72.1%
Housing Units403
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate6.61%
In Chateaugay, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Chateaugay has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall98.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation933 ft (284 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates44.9266°N, 74.0804°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Nearby Cities

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