Coxsackie, NY

New York

Coxsackie is a small town in New York with a population of 2,746. Residents earn $69,773 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,746 Population 1,265/sq mi density
$69,773 Median Income $44,126 per capita
$251,800 Home Value
$864 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$69,773 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$251,800 home value, $864/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,773
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $251,800
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,746
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density1,265/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,773
Per Capita$44,126
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$3,465M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,800
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 57%
Commute29 min
EV Stations4
Libraries12

Is Coxsackie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coxsackie receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Coxsackie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coxsackie is $69,773, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coxsackie is $251,800, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Coxsackie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Coxsackie has a population of 2,746 with a density of 1,265 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

2,746
Total Population
1,265
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Coxsackie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coxsackie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coxsackie is $69,773, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Coxsackie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,773
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,126
Avg Weekly Wage$1,082
IRS Avg AGI$93,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,212
County GDP$3,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants199
Healthcare163
Retail267
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,790
208% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Coxsackie is $251,800, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,800
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg

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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,790
208% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Coxsackie, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death7,810/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities163

Crime Rates: Coxsackie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Coxsackie has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Coordinates42.3576°N, 73.8080°W
County FIPS36021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities163
Restaurants199
Retail Stores267

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

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