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Farnham, NY

New York · Chautauqua County

Farnham is a small town in New York with a population of 398. Residents earn $75,938 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
398 Population 329/sq mi density
$75,938 Median Income $32,101 per capita
$124,000 Home Value
$1,087 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$75,938 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $1,087/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,938
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density329/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,938
Per Capita$32,101
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries24

Is Farnham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farnham receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Farnham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farnham is $75,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farnham is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Farnham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 208.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Farnham has a population of 398 with a density of 329 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 7.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

398
Total Population
329
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Farnham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farnham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farnham is $75,938, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Farnham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,938
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,101
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Farnham is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied75.2%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate5.81%
In Farnham, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,585
Dentists1:1,826
Mental Health1:516
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Farnham has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall208.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density329/sq mi
Coordinates42.5951°N, 79.0809°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyChautauqua County County
County FIPS36013
Farnham is located in Chautauqua County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density329/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyChautauqua County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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