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Dexter, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Dexter is a small town in New York with a population of 828. Residents earn $49,826 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
828 Population 1,236/sq mi density
$49,826 Median Income $27,121 per capita
$152,600 Home Value $223,597 Zillow
$609 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,826 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,600 home value, $609/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,826
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $609
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population828
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,236/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,826
Per Capita$27,121
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,600
Rent$609
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,597
Housing Units317
Rent Burden36.8%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation334 ft (102 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries25

Is Dexter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dexter receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Dexter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dexter is $49,826, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dexter is $152,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $609 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dexter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°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 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dexter has a population of 828 with a density of 1,236 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

828
Total Population
1,236
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dexter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dexter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dexter is $49,826, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dexter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,826
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,121
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Dexter is $152,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $609 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,597.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,597

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$609
48% below US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

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-Occupied63.7%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Dexter, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,971
Dentists1:1,070
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Dexter has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Coordinates44.0112°N, 76.0430°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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