Oakfield, NY

New York

Oakfield is a small town in New York with a population of 1,683. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,683 Population 2,550/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $29,762 per capita
$131,200 Home Value $180,463 Zillow
$720 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,200 home value, $720/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,200
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,683
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density2,550/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$29,762
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$3,487M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,200
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,463

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation759 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Oakfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Oakfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakfield is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakfield is $131,200, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 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

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 73.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oakfield has a population of 1,683 with a density of 2,550 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

1,683
Total Population
2,550
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oakfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakfield is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Oakfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,762
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$65,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,510
County GDP$3,487M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare127
Retail203
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,847
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakfield is $131,200, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,463.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,200
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,463
Median List Price$75,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$75,000
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio117.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% 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-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,847
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.22%
In Oakfield, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death7,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities127

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Oakfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall73.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation759 ft (231 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,550/sq mi
Coordinates43.0650°N, 78.2710°W
County FIPS36037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,550/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities127
Restaurants140
Retail Stores203

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

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