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Fort Johnson, NY

New York

Fort Johnson is a small town in New York with a population of 397. Residents earn $62,333 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
397 Population 536/sq mi density
$62,333 Median Income $37,865 per capita
$124,500 Home Value $214,015 Zillow
$1,119 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$62,333 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,500 home value, $1,119/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,333
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,500
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population397
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density536/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,333
Per Capita$37,865
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,500
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,015
Housing Units220
Rent Burden31.8%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.9%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation415 ft (126 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+16.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries6

Is Fort Johnson a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Johnson is $62,333, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Johnson is $124,500, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Johnson 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.

Fort Johnson has a population of 397 with a density of 536 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

397
Total Population
536
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Johnson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Johnson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Johnson is $62,333, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fort Johnson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,333
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above 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 Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Johnson is $124,500, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,500
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% below US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

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-Occupied66.1%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Fort Johnson, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Fort Johnson 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

Elevation415 ft (126 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density536/sq mi
Coordinates42.9580°N, 74.2363°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 90.5% 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+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+16.2%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density536/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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