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Cohocton, NY

New York

Cohocton is a small town in New York with a population of 997. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
997 Population 665/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $28,161 per capita
$82,200 Home Value
$737 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,200 home value, $737/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,200
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population997
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density665/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$28,161
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,200
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units434
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,303 ft (397 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries16

Is Cohocton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cohocton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, an elevated poverty rate. Cohocton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cohocton is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cohocton is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cohocton 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 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 62.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cohocton has a population of 997 with a density of 665 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 (96.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

997
Total Population
665
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cohocton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cohocton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cohocton is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cohocton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cohocton is $82,200, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,200
71% below US avg
Median List Price$182,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$182,000
$/Sq Ft$82
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

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-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units434
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate11.12%
In Cohocton, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Cohocton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 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 Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,303 ft (397 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density665/sq mi
Coordinates42.4999°N, 77.5000°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density665/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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