Geneva, NY

New York

Geneva is a small city in New York with a population of 12,573. Residents earn $68,242 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
12,573 Population 2,986/sq mi density
$68,242 Median Income $35,041 per capita
$140,300 Home Value $212,521 Zillow
$959 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
144 Violent Crime/100K 2,655 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,242 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,300 home value, $959/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
144 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,242
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,300
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 144/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12,573
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density2,986/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,242
Per Capita$35,041
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,300
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,521

Crime

F
Violent144/100K
Property2,655/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault114/100K
Burglary599/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation480 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute16 min
EV Stations16
Libraries6

Is Geneva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geneva receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Geneva offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geneva is $68,242, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geneva is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Geneva is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,655 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Geneva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Geneva has a population of 12,573 with a density of 2,986 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 8.6% Black.

Population

12,573
Total Population
2,986
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Geneva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Geneva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geneva is $68,242, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Geneva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,242
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,041
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Geneva is $140,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,521.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,300
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,521
Median List Price$149,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$149,900
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops21.1%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% 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-Occupied49.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate5.38%
In Geneva, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Geneva has a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,655 per 100,000 (35% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent144.1/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery30.3/100K
Assault113.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,654.7/100K
35% above US avg
Burglary599.2/100K
Theft2,025.2/100K
Vehicle Theft30.3/100K
Arson37.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Geneva has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density2,986/sq mi
Coordinates42.8635°N, 76.9827°W
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,986/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations16
Alt Fuel Stations16
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home7.5%

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