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Odessa, NY

New York

Odessa is a small town in New York with a population of 540. Residents earn $81,333 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
540 Population 474/sq mi density
$81,333 Median Income $37,281 per capita
$159,100 Home Value $188,949 Zillow
$842 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,333 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,100 home value, $842/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,333
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,333
Per Capita$37,281
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$709M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,100
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,949
Housing Units238
Rent Burden31.8%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking16.6%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+10.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries3

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Odessa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $81,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odessa is $159,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 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

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Odessa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Odessa has a population of 540 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

540
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $81,333, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,333
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,281
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$64,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)473
County GDP$709M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare26
Retail58
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $159,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

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-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units238
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,056
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Odessa, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death7,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities26
Odessa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates42.3350°N, 76.7881°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+10.1%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants79
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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