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Fonda, NY

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Fonda is a small town in New York with a population of 562. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
562 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $39,643 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $217,511 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population562
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$39,643
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,511
Housing Units317
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries6

Is Fonda a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fonda is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fonda is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fonda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fonda has a population of 562 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

562
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fonda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fonda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fonda is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Fonda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fonda is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,511.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,511

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$57
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio83.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

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-Occupied67.2%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate5.97%
In Fonda, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep43.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Fonda has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates42.9534°N, 74.3729°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home10.6%

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