Mohawk, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Mohawk is a small town in New York with a population of 2,522. Residents earn $82,869 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,522 Population 2,866/sq mi density
$82,869 Median Income $36,436 per capita
$115,400 Home Value $162,773 Zillow
$699 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$82,869 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,400 home value, $699/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,869
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $115,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $699
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,522
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density2,866/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,869
Per Capita$36,436
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,400
Rent$699
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,773

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation413 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries21

Is Mohawk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mohawk 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. Mohawk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mohawk is $82,869, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mohawk is $115,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $699 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mohawk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mohawk has a population of 2,522 with a density of 2,866 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

2,522
Total Population
2,866
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mohawk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mohawk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mohawk is $82,869, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mohawk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,869
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,436
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mohawk is $115,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $699 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,773.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,400
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,773
Median List Price$249,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,999
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio91.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$699
40% 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-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
In Mohawk, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Mohawk has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,866/sq mi
Coordinates43.0094°N, 75.0071°W
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,866/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

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