Mexico, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Mexico is a small town in New York with a population of 2,050. Residents earn $72,772 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,050 Population 953/sq mi density
$72,772 Median Income $36,554 per capita
$154,800 Home Value
$791 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,772 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,800 home value, $791/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,772
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,050
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,772
Per Capita$36,554
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$9,256M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,800
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation381 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries11

Is Mexico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mexico receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mexico stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mexico is $72,772, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mexico is $154,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 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.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mexico experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mexico has a population of 2,050 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

2,050
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mexico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mexico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mexico is $72,772, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mexico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,772
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,554
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,324
County GDP$9,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants277
Healthcare193
Retail338
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mexico is $154,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,800
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.9%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

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-Occupied47.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Mexico, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death9,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities193

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Mexico has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates43.4652°N, 76.2326°W
County FIPS36075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants277
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home4.7%

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