Fredonia, NY

New York

Fredonia is a small city in New York with a population of 9,601. Residents earn $47,694 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
9,601 Population 1,868/sq mi density
$47,694 Median Income $30,886 per capita
$184,400 Home Value $202,151 Zillow
$866 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,694 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$184,400 home value, $866/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,694
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.8%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $866
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,601
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,868/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,694
Per Capita$30,886
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,400
Rent$866
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,151

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.8%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute17 min
EV Stations8
Libraries24

Is Fredonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredonia receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fredonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fredonia is $47,694, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredonia is $184,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $866 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fredonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 75.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fredonia has a population of 9,601 with a density of 1,868 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 5% Black.

Population

9,601
Total Population
1,868
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredonia is $47,694, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Fredonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,694
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredonia is $184,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $866 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,151.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,151
Median List Price$169,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,900
$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops17.4%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$866
26% below US avg

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-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Fredonia, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255

Crime Rates: Fredonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Fredonia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall75.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density1,868/sq mi
Coordinates42.4407°N, 79.3319°W
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 43.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.8%
30% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,868/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home8.3%

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