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Fabius, NY

New York · Madison County · Metropolitan Area

Fabius is a small town in New York with a population of 368. Residents earn $68,542 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
368 Population 856/sq mi density
$68,542 Median Income $41,878 per capita
$147,700 Home Value
$856 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$68,542 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,700 home value, $856/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,542
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,700
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density856/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,542
Per Capita$41,878
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$3,091M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,700
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.2%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+17.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries10

Is Fabius a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fabius receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fabius stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fabius is $68,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fabius is $147,700, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fabius has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fabius has a population of 368 with a density of 856 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

368
Total Population
856
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fabius vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fabius vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fabius is $68,542, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fabius vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,542
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,878
Avg Weekly Wage$1,083
IRS Avg AGI$80,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,634
County GDP$3,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare159
Retail200
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fabius is $147,700, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,700
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$47
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio111.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

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-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Effective Rate6.56%
In Fabius, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,353
Dentists1:2,796
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate79.8%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death6,940/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities159
Fabius has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density856/sq mi
Coordinates42.8347°N, 75.9848°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMadison County County
County FIPS36053
Fabius is located in Madison County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+17.4%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density856/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyMadison County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants160
Retail Stores200

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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