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Cherry Creek, NY

New York

Cherry Creek is a small town in New York with a population of 325. Residents earn $68,309 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
325 Population 239/sq mi density
$68,309 Median Income $34,037 per capita
$67,000 Home Value $152,000 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$68,309 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,309
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,309
Per Capita$34,037
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,000
Housing Units191
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking16.3%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,311 ft (400 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute34 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries24

Is Cherry Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherry Creek 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. Cherry Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherry Creek is $68,309, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherry Creek is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherry Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 208.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cherry Creek has a population of 325 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

325
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherry Creek is $68,309, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Cherry Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,309
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherry Creek is $67,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,000.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$25
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio80.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

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-Occupied88.4%
Housing Units191
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate10.76%
In Cherry Creek, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,585
Dentists1:1,826
Mental Health1:516
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Cherry Creek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall208.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,311 ft (400 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates42.2958°N, 79.1009°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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