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Fort Ann, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Fort Ann is a small town in New York with a population of 473. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
473 Population 1,631/sq mi density
$93,750 Median Income $37,201 per capita
$169,600 Home Value $266,169 Zillow
$968 Median Rent 39.3% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,600 home value, $968/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,750
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $169,600
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $968
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population473
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,631/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$37,201
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,600
Rent$968
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,169
Housing Units210
Rent Burden39.3%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking20.5%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation142 ft (43 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries9

Is Fort Ann a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Ann receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Fort Ann stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Ann is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Ann is $169,600, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $968 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

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Ann experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fort Ann has a population of 473 with a density of 1,631 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

473
Total Population
1,631
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Ann vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Ann vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Ann is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fort Ann vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,750
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$61,845

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,294
County GDP$2,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare100
Retail181
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,973
99% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Ann is $169,600, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $968 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,169.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,600
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,169

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$968
17% below US avg
Rent Burden39.3%

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-Occupied77.1%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,973
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Fort Ann, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Ann vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,771
Dentists1:4,680
Mental Health1:546
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits52.2%
Premature Death8,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities100
Fort Ann has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 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) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation142 ft (43 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Coordinates43.4157°N, 73.4905°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.2-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants105
Retail Stores181

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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