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Croghan, NY

New York

Croghan is a small town in New York with a population of 642. Residents earn $49,583 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
642 Population 1,493/sq mi density
$49,583 Median Income $27,721 per capita
$145,500 Home Value $188,906 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
44°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
3.5 / 5.0
$49,583 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,500 home value, $755/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,583
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population642
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,493/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$27,721
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$1,659M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,500
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,906
Housing Units304
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.1%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation835 ft (255 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries10

Is Croghan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Croghan 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Croghan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Croghan is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Croghan is $145,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Croghan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 127.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Croghan has a population of 642 with a density of 1,493 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

642
Total Population
1,493
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Croghan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Croghan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Croghan is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Croghan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,583
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$62,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% 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 Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Croghan is $145,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,906.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,906

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

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-Occupied59.4%
Housing Units304
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In Croghan, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Croghan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°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

17°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall127.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation835 ft (255 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,493/sq mi
Coordinates43.8943°N, 75.3915°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 83.9% 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+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,493/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants65
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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