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Colton, NY

New York

Colton is a small town in New York with a population of 248. Residents earn $67,344 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
248 Population 149/sq mi density
$67,344 Median Income $40,117 per capita
$109,800 Home Value $175,370 Zillow
$358 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,344 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $358/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,344
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,800
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $358
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,344
Per Capita$40,117
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,800
Rent$358
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,370
Housing Units135
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking13.0%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation691 ft (211 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute31 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries5

Is Colton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colton 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Colton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colton is $67,344, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colton is $109,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $358 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Colton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Colton has a population of 248 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

248
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Colton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colton is $67,344, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Colton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,344
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,117
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Colton is $109,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $358 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,370.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,370
Median List Price$180,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$180,000
$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$358
69% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

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-Occupied64.0%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate7.35%
In Colton, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Checkup Rate80.3%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Colton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation691 ft (211 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates44.5651°N, 74.9467°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.7%

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