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Cleveland, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Cleveland is a small town in New York with a population of 769. Residents earn $75,625 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
769 Population 681/sq mi density
$75,625 Median Income $43,165 per capita
$123,300 Home Value $226,102 Zillow
$1,110 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$75,625 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,300 home value, $1,110/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population769
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$43,165
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,102
Housing Units354
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking16.0%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute38 min
Broadband96.5%
Libraries21

Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cleveland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Cleveland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cleveland is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cleveland is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cleveland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 151.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cleveland has a population of 769 with a density of 681 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

769
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cleveland is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Cleveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,625
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.3 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cleveland is $123,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,102.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,102

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units354
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate6.00%
In Cleveland, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Cleveland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall151.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates43.2400°N, 75.8842°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 96.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.3 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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