Oneonta, NY

New York

Oneonta is a small city in New York with a population of 14,467. Residents earn $65,031 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
14,467 Population 3,318/sq mi density
$65,031 Median Income $28,183 per capita
$187,800 Home Value
$986 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
186 Violent Crime/100K 1,776 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,031 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,800 home value, $986/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
186 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,031
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,800
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 186/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.6%
41% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,467
Median Age23.1 yrs
Density3,318/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,031
Per Capita$28,183
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,800
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent186/100K
Property1,776/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault93/100K
Burglary322/100K

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation1,147 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.6%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute15 min
EV Stations17
Libraries13

Is Oneonta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oneonta receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Oneonta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oneonta is $65,031, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oneonta is $187,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Oneonta is below the national average at 186 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,776 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oneonta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oneonta has a population of 14,467 with a density of 3,318 people per square mile. The median age is 23.1 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

14,467
Total Population
3,318
People / sq mi
23.1yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oneonta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oneonta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oneonta is $65,031, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Oneonta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,031
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,183
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oneonta is $187,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,800
33% below US avg
Median List Price$214,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,500
$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio90.9%
Price Drops3.1%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% 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-Occupied51.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Oneonta, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Oneonta has a violent crime rate of 186 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,776 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent186.2/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape57.3/100K
Robbery35.8/100K
Assault93.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,776.4/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary322.3/100K
Theft1,446.9/100K
Vehicle Theft7.2/100K
Arson43.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oneonta has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall83.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,147 ft (350 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density3,318/sq mi
Coordinates42.4548°N, 75.0669°W
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.6%
41% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density3,318/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations17
Alt Fuel Stations18
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Work from Home6.8%

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