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Cherry Valley, NY

New York

Cherry Valley is a small town in New York with a population of 543. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
543 Population 1,065/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $33,695 per capita
$174,600 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $725/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population543
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,065/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$33,695
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units253
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking13.9%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute22 min
Broadband96.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Cherry Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherry Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Cherry Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherry Valley is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherry Valley is $174,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherry Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cherry Valley has a population of 543 with a density of 1,065 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

543
Total Population
1,065
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherry Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherry Valley is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cherry Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherry Valley is $174,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied88.1%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Cherry Valley, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,906
Dentists1:1,654
Mental Health1:968
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Cherry Valley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,065/sq mi
Coordinates42.7982°N, 74.7522°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,065/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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