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Copenhagen, NY

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Copenhagen is a small town in New York with a population of 652. Residents earn $75,833 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
652 Population 553/sq mi density
$75,833 Median Income $30,611 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $195,736 Zillow
$983 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
46°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
3.8 / 5.0
$75,833 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $983/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density553/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$30,611
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$1,659M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,736
Housing Units374
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries10

Is Copenhagen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Copenhagen receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Copenhagen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copenhagen is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 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 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copenhagen is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $983 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

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Copenhagen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 116.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Copenhagen has a population of 652 with a density of 553 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

652
Total Population
553
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Copenhagen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Copenhagen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copenhagen is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Copenhagen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,833
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,611
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$62,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)600
County GDP$1,659M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare41
Retail73
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Copenhagen is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,736.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,736

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

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-Occupied53.7%
Housing Units374
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Copenhagen, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,476
Dentists1:5,340
Mental Health1:466
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Copenhagen has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall116.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density553/sq mi
Coordinates43.8933°N, 75.6726°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density553/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants65
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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