Moravia, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Moravia is a small town in New York with a population of 1,365. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,365 Population 803/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $30,728 per capita
$133,100 Home Value
$746 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,100 home value, $746/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,100
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,365
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density803/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$30,728
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,100
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation738 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is Moravia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moravia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Moravia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moravia is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moravia is $133,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 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

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Moravia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Moravia has a population of 1,365 with a density of 803 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 (91.7%).

Population

1,365
Total Population
803
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Moravia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moravia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moravia is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Moravia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,728
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Moravia is $133,100, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,100
53% below US avg
Median List Price$194,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$194,950
$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% 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-Occupied76.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate7.96%
In Moravia, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Moravia has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall64.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density803/sq mi
Coordinates42.7121°N, 76.4231°W
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density803/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home2.3%

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