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Corfu, NY

New York

Corfu is a small town in New York with a population of 718. Residents earn $72,143 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
718 Population 718/sq mi density
$72,143 Median Income $36,038 per capita
$140,300 Home Value $254,231 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,143 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,300 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,143
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population718
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density718/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,143
Per Capita$36,038
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,300
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,231
Housing Units370
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation862 ft (263 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Corfu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corfu 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, a low poverty rate. Corfu stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corfu is $72,143, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corfu is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Corfu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Corfu has a population of 718 with a density of 718 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

718
Total Population
718
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Corfu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corfu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corfu is $72,143, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Corfu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,143
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,038
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Corfu is $140,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,231.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,300
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,231
Median List Price$239,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$239,900
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

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-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units370
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Corfu, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,892
Dentists1:2,088
Mental Health1:380
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59
Corfu has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation862 ft (263 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density718/sq mi
Coordinates42.9612°N, 78.4026°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density718/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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