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Lodi, NY

New York

Lodi is a small town in New York with a population of 302. Residents earn $50,909 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
302 Population 549/sq mi density
$50,909 Median Income $29,129 per capita
$102,900 Home Value $288,866 Zillow
$843 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,909 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,900 home value, $843/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,909
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density549/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,909
Per Capita$29,129
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,900
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,866
Housing Units152
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.4%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute29 min
Broadband79.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Lodi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lodi receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Lodi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lodi is $50,909, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lodi is $102,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lodi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lodi has a population of 302 with a density of 549 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

302
Total Population
549
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lodi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lodi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lodi is $50,909, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lodi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,909
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,129
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lodi is $102,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,866.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,866

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate7.34%
In Lodi, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,743
Dentists1:3,288
Mental Health1:415
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Lodi 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. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density549/sq mi
Coordinates42.6134°N, 76.8220°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density549/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home8.7%

Nearby Cities

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