Median Income
$52,222
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$332,100
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.4%
32% lower than US avg
How Coram Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population415
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,222
Per Capita$19,438
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$7,210M
Housing
B
Home Value$332,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Elevation3,182 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries5
Is Coram a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Coram receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Coram offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Coram is $52,222, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Coram is $332,100, 18% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Coram has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Coram has a population of 415 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 5.8% Hispanic.
Population
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Coram is $52,222, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,222 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,438 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,122 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,813 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,994 |
| County GDP | $7,210M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 450 |
| Healthcare | 459 |
| Retail | 491 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
The median home value in Coram is $332,100, 18% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $332,100 |
| 18% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
In Coram, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Coram vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,948/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 459 |
Crime Rates: Coram vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Coram has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.6 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,182 ft (970 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4306°N, 114.0468°W |
| County FIPS | 30029 |