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Chaumont, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Chaumont is a small town in New York with a population of 640. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
640 Population 653/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $35,922 per capita
$199,000 Home Value $233,202 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 35.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,000 home value, $788/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population640
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,922
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,000
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,202
Housing Units273
Rent Burden35.9%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured4.7%
Smoking11.7%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation283 ft (86 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+12.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries25

Is Chaumont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chaumont receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Chaumont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chaumont is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chaumont is $199,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chaumont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Chaumont has a population of 640 with a density of 653 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

640
Total Population
653
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Chaumont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chaumont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chaumont is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Chaumont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chaumont is $199,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$35
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden35.9%

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-Occupied80.1%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Chaumont, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured4.7%
45% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Chaumont has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation283 ft (86 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density653/sq mi
Coordinates44.0684°N, 76.1327°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+12.4%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density653/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home0.4%

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