Dundee, NY

New York

Dundee is a small town in New York with a population of 2,003. Residents earn $44,250 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,003 Population 1,821/sq mi density
$44,250 Median Income $21,801 per capita
$89,600 Home Value $277,786 Zillow
$652 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,250 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,600 home value, $652/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,250
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $652
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,003
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,821/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,250
Per Capita$21,801
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$709M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,600
Rent$652
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$277,786

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation985 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Dundee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dundee receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dundee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dundee is $44,250, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dundee is $89,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $652 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dundee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dundee has a population of 2,003 with a density of 1,821 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

2,003
Total Population
1,821
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dundee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dundee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dundee is $44,250, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dundee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,250
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,801
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$64,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)473
County GDP$709M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare26
Retail58
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Dundee is $89,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $652 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,786.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,600
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$277,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$652
44% 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-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Effective Rate7.88%
In Dundee, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death7,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dundee has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation985 ft (300 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,821/sq mi
Coordinates42.5236°N, 76.9774°W
County FIPS36097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,821/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants79
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home16.5%

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