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Olcott, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Olcott is a small town in New York with a population of 821. Residents earn $74,970 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
821 Population 226/sq mi density
$74,970 Median Income $50,652 per capita
$162,100 Home Value $191,190 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 15.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$74,970 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,100 home value, $942/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,970
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population821
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,970
Per Capita$50,652
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$13,570M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,100
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,190
Housing Units638
Rent Burden15.3%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation301 ft (92 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries12

Is Olcott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olcott receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Olcott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olcott is $74,970, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olcott is $162,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Olcott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Olcott has a population of 821 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

821
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Olcott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olcott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olcott is $74,970, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Olcott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,970
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,652
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$65,629

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,950
County GDP$13,570M

Business (County)

Restaurants534
Healthcare485
Retail715
Manufacturing254

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Olcott is $162,100, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,190.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,100
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,190

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden15.3%

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-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units638
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Olcott, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death9,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities485
Olcott has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation301 ft (92 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates43.3308°N, 78.7198°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.9-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities485
Restaurants534
Retail Stores715

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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