Home Value $74,200

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.4%

69% lower than US avg

Median Rent $581

50% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.4%

35% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.5%

23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population512

Median Age44.2 yrs

Density129/mi²

Male / Female62% / 38%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans18.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,599

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty9.5%

County GDP$6,588M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$74,200

Rent$581

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units199

Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity43.4%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking18.6%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain38.2 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+84.6%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%

Commute28 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries22

Is DeKalb Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, DeKalb Junction receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. DeKalb Junction faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in DeKalb Junction is $74,200, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

DeKalb Junction has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

DeKalb Junction has a population of 512 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

512

Total Population

129

People / sq mi

44.2yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%

Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.0%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.0%
	85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in DeKalb Junction is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: DeKalb Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,599
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,202
IRS Avg AGI	$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.5%
	23% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,104
County GDP	$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants	253
Healthcare	233
Retail	339
Manufacturing	62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,866
	96% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	9.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.5 min
Drive Alone	54.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in DeKalb Junction is $74,200, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$74,200
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$581
	50% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.5%

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-Occupied	97.1%
Housing Units	199
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,866
	96% above US avg
Effective Rate	9.25%

In DeKalb Junction, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.4%
	35% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	12.5%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	29.6%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.1%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.8%
Dental Visits	55.5%
Premature Death	8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	56.6%
Healthcare Facilities	233

DeKalb Junction has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.2 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	441 ft (134 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density	129/sq mi
Coordinates	44.5121°N, 75.2977°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36089

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%

D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.4%
	69% below US avg
High School+	84.6%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	5.39

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	129/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	22
Healthcare Facilities	233
Restaurants	253
Retail Stores	339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.5 min
Drive Alone	54.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.3%

DeKalb Junction, NY

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

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Is DeKalb Junction a Good Place to Live?

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Cost of Living & Housing

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average

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Social Characteristics

DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average

Income: DeKalb Junction vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

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Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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Health Metrics: DeKalb Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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