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Oneida Castle, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Oneida Castle is a small town in New York with a population of 700. Residents earn $89,792 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
700 Population 1,373/sq mi density
$89,792 Median Income $41,549 per capita
$131,300 Home Value
$908 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$89,792 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $908/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,792
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density1,373/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,792
Per Capita$41,549
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units349
Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation447 ft (136 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries21

Is Oneida Castle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oneida Castle receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Oneida Castle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oneida Castle is $89,792, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oneida Castle is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oneida Castle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 151.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oneida Castle has a population of 700 with a density of 1,373 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

700
Total Population
1,373
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oneida Castle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oneida Castle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oneida Castle is $89,792, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oneida Castle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,792
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,549
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oneida Castle is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Median List Price$144,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$144,500
$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

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-Occupied76.9%
Housing Units349
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate5.64%
In Oneida Castle, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oneida Castle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,421
Dentists1:1,831
Mental Health1:445
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Oneida Castle has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall151.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation447 ft (136 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,373/sq mi
Coordinates43.0812°N, 75.6331°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,373/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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