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Madison, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Madison is a small town in New York with a population of 392. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
392 Population 817/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $23,041 per capita
$105,800 Home Value $196,693 Zillow
$1,275 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value, $1,275/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,275
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density817/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$23,041
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$3,091M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$1,275
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,693
Housing Units171
Rent Burden38.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.4%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,203 ft (367 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.78

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries10

Is Madison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madison 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Madison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madison is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madison is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,275 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Madison has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Madison has a population of 392 with a density of 817 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

392
Total Population
817
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Madison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,041
Avg Weekly Wage$1,083
IRS Avg AGI$80,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,634
County GDP$3,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare159
Retail200
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison is $105,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,275 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,693.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,693

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,275
10% above US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$995
1 Bedroom$1,123
2 Bedrooms$1,392
3 Bedrooms$1,691
4 Bedrooms$1,848

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Effective Rate9.15%
In Madison, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death6,940/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities159
Madison has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,203 ft (367 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density817/sq mi
Coordinates42.8977°N, 75.5123°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.78
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density817/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants160
Retail Stores200

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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