Cuba, NY

New York

Cuba is a small town in New York with a population of 1,755. Residents earn $68,229 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,755 Population 1,439/sq mi density
$68,229 Median Income $26,270 per capita
$86,100 Home Value $147,052 Zillow
$794 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,229 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,100 home value, $794/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,229
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $794
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,755
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,439/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,229
Per Capita$26,270
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$1,955M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,100
Rent$794
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,052

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation1,492 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Cuba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuba receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Cuba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cuba is $68,229, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cuba is $86,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $794 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cuba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 108.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cuba has a population of 1,755 with a density of 1,439 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

1,755
Total Population
1,439
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cuba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuba is $68,229, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Cuba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,229
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$57,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)911
County GDP$1,955M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cuba is $86,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $794 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,052.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,052

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$794
32% 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-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,513
86% above US avg
Effective Rate7.56%
In Cuba, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death8,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Cuba has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall108.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,492 ft (455 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,439/sq mi
Coordinates42.2183°N, 78.2752°W
County FIPS36003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,439/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants94
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home9.6%

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