Oneonta, NY

New York · Otsego County

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.

Data updated April 2026

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 $179,512 Zillow

$986 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

244 Violent Crime/100K 1,042 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

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

244 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)

A+

Education

4.8 / 5.0

47.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,031

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $187,800

33% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 244/100K

36% 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%

Veterans3.4%

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

Ownership51.1%

Zillow$179,512

Housing Units5,627

Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

Violent244/100K

Property1,042/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault151/100K

Burglary208/100K

Health

Obesity33.3%

Uninsured6.3%

Smoking14.3%

Depression21.6%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain44.8 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation1,147 ft (350 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.6%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+24.6%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%

Commute15 min

Broadband90.4%

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 244 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,042 per 100,000, 47% below 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 5.3/10.

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. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. 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, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 23.1 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 6.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.4% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 92.0%

17% above US avg

Spanish 8.0%

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. Per capita income is $28,183 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,160, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,538 business establishments, including 190 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index	0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.4%
	0% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,538
County GDP	$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants	190
Healthcare	156
Retail	243
Manufacturing	56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,079
	102% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.7 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	1.9%
Work from Home	6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oneonta is $187,800, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,512. Homes sell for 90.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 51.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,627 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $7,079 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$187,800
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$179,512
Median List Price	$214,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$214,500
$/Sq Ft	$124
Homes Sold	6
Sale-to-List Ratio	90.9%
Price Drops	3.1%
Inventory	32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$986
	15% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.2%

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

Homeownership	51.1%
Owner-Occupied	51.1%
Renter-Occupied	48.9%
Housing Units	5,627
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,079
	102% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.77%

In Oneonta, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 21.6% report depression. 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:727. The dentist ratio is 1:2,246. 49.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)

PM2.5

5.2

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

5.9

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

2.1

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

67.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

150.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.3%
	4% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.3%
	2% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	24.8%
Depression	21.6%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.4%
Uninsured	6.3%
	27% below US avg
Primary Care	1:727
Dentists	1:2,246
Mental Health	1:439
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	60.5%
Premature Death	8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	49.3%
Healthcare Facilities	156

Oneonta has a violent crime rate of 244 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 150.9 per 100,000, robbery at 21.6, rape at 71.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,042 per 100,000, 47% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 776, burglary at 208, vehicle theft at 57 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oneonta receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	244.3/100K
	36% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	71.9/100K
Robbery	21.6/100K
Assault	150.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,042.0/100K
	47% below US avg
Burglary	208.4/100K
Theft	776.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	57.5/100K
Arson	7.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	48
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Oneonta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The area receives 83.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,147 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,147 ft (350 m)
Area	4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density	3,318/sq mi
Coordinates	42.4548°N, 75.0669°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Otsego County County
Nearest Airport	Albert S Nader Regional (ONH) 5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.8"

18% above US avg

Snowfall 83.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	75.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	56.8 / 100
Community Resilience	87.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Mar 11, 2020.

Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	37 km
Jul 31, 1997	0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York	M3.2	132 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	80 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	149 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	80 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	79 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	80 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	81 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	84 km
Aug 25, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	84 km
Feb 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.7	80 km
Feb 27, 2008	2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York	M2.7	64 km
Feb 20, 2009	15 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	81 km
Jul 24, 2007	13 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M2.6	79 km
Dec 13, 2009	14 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.6	80 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1985	Gloria	Category 1	197 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

159 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 91 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 10, 1989	EF4	61 km	0
May 22, 2014	EF3	82 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	9 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	99 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF2	91 km	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	73 km	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	76 km	4
May 29, 2013	EF2	83 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	59 km	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	91 km	0
May 16, 2009	EF2	77 km	0
Jul 21, 2003	EF2	95 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	47 km	0
Sep 18, 1991	EF2	84 km	0
Jul 23, 1990	EF2	86 km	0
Oct 14, 1989	EF2	58 km	2
Oct 1, 1986	EF2	45 km	0
Sep 18, 1977	EF2	67 km	0
Jun 16, 1976	EF2	25 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF2	99 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CHERRYTOWN FIRE (943 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	CHERRYTOWN FIRE	943	88 km
2024	WHITEHOUSE	607	80 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	2.7 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-6°C)	2.4 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	3.2 in
April	43°F (6°C)	3.5 in
May	54°F (12°C)	4.0 in
June	62°F (17°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.8 in
September	58°F (15°C)	3.7 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.4 in
November	37°F (3°C)	3.6 in
December	26°F (-3°C)	3.2 in

Oneonta has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 21°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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Oneonta is located in Otsego County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 47.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 24.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.9% of the vote, a 7.9-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 17 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 156 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%

D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	48
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.6%
	41% above US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	24.6%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	3,318/sq mi
Total Area	4.4 sq mi
County	Otsego County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.4%
Avg Download Speed	156.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	51.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	17
Alt Fuel Stations	18
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	156
Restaurants	190
Retail Stores	243

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.7 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	1.9%
Work from Home	6.8%

Average costs for common services in Oneonta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit	$378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit	$216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning	$140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling	$270 ($162–$432)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement	$324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement	$216 ($108–$378)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair	$432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install	$7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair	$1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement	$9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense	$5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation	$540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation	$2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$162 ($81–$270)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54–$140)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread	$4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb)	$1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$162)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$81)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$216 ($108–$432)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$996
Preschool	$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$823
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Otsego County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,435	166	$85,269	1.71
Retail Trade	2,789	234	$38,907	1.26
Accommodation & Food Services	2,364	188	$28,660	1.17
Manufacturing	1,199	57	$59,731	0.66
Finance & Insurance	1,083	52	$82,307	1.20
Educational Services	913	15	$51,383	1.99
Arts & Entertainment	781	38	$31,299	2.09
Other Services	492	125	$39,691	0.74
Professional & Technical Services	486	108	$59,530	0.31
Construction	466	107	$62,447	0.40
Administrative & Waste Services	389	69	$60,803	0.30
Transportation & Warehousing	332	27	$49,974	0.35
Wholesale Trade	266	36	$54,143	0.30
Real Estate	177	46	$40,012	0.51
Utilities	146	5	$119,345	1.73
Information & Technology	123	27	$47,472	0.30
Management of Companies	101	10	$101,673	0.27
Unclassified	70	86	$37,766	2.26

Colleges & Universities in Oneonta

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
SUNY Oneonta	Public · Bachelor's	5,914	70.2%	$8,812	$19,232
Hartwick College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,160	68.7%	$52,849	$52,849
Otsego Area BOCES-Practical Nursing Program	Public · Certificate	17	—	—	—

Hospitals in Oneonta

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
AURELIA OSBORN FOX MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(607) 432-2000

Schools in Oneonta

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
ONEONTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	High	502	49	10.2:1
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	378	41	9.2:1
GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	284	25	11.4:1
VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	263	22	12.0:1
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	224	22	10.2:1

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Radio Stations near Oneonta

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Oneonta

30 national parks and monuments found near Oneonta.

Park	Type	Fee
Archbald Pothole State Park	State Park	Free
Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park	State Park	Free
Bowman Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Canastota Cazenovia State Trailway	State Park	Free
Chenango Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Chittenango Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Delta Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Stanwix National Monument	National Monument	Free
Gilbert Lake	State Park	Free
Gilbert Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Glimmerglass State Park	State Park	Free
Green Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Helen L. McNitt State Park	State Park	Free
Highland Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Lackawanna State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Superior State Park	State Park	Free
Lock 20 State Canal Park	State Park	Free
Max V. Shaul State Park	State Park	Free
Mine Kill State Park	State Park	Free
Old Erie Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Oquaga Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Pixley Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Prompton State Park	State Park	Free
Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Robert V. Riddell State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Schapiro-Vernon	State Park	Free
Sefcovic	State Park	Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River	Scenic & Recreational River	Free
Verona Beach State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Oneonta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
FOREMAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6074314000	$81,600,346
HARTWICK COLLEGE ARCHIVES	GENERAL MUSEUM			$81,600,346
HOYSRADT HERBARIUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$81,600,346
MUSEUM AT HARTWICK	GENERAL MUSEUM		6074314000	$81,600,346
YAGER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$81,600,346
FARMERS' MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6075471450	$10,548,496
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	25 MAIN STREET	8884255633	$10,057,603
HANFORD MILLS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6072785744	$479,606
HANFORD MILLS MUSEUM AT EAST MEREDITH	HISTORY MUSEUM	51 COUNTY ROAD 12	6072785744	$479,606
HYDE HALL	HISTORY MUSEUM	267 GLIMMERGLASS STATE PARK	6075475098	$436,480
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EARLY AMERICAN DECORATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6075475667	$415,206
SMITHY CENTER FOR ARTS	ART MUSEUM		6075478671	$160,632
DELAWARE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077463849	$157,413
LEATHERSTOCKING RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	136 EAST MAIN STREET	6074322429	$140,915
LEATHERSTOCKING RAILWAY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6379 STATE HIGHWAY 7	6074322429	$140,915
GREATER MILFORD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$21,875
AMERICAN BASEBALL WAX	GENERAL MUSEUM		6075471273
COOPERSTOWN ALL STAR VILLAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6074327483
DAVENPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	RR23	6072785149
GALLERY 53 ARTWORKS	ART MUSEUM	118 MAIN STREET	6075479692
MAYWOOD HISTORICAL GROUP OF SIDNEY CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEREDITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077468083
MIDDLEFIELD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	CO HWY 35	6075479515
MORRIS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 332
SAGAMORE INST OF THE ADIRONDACKS	GENERAL MUSEUM		6075479019
SCIENCE DISCOVERY CENTER OF ONEONTA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		6074362011
UNADILLA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		6074345361
UNADILLA VALLEY RAILWAY SOCIETY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Oneonta

Name	Address	Annual Visits
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	62 CHESTNUT STREET	96,488
CANNON FREE LIBRARY	40 ELM STREET	14,412
VILLAGE LIBRARY OF COOPERSTOWN	22 MAIN STREET	13,300
KINNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	3140 COUNTY ROUTE 11	8,990
HARRIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	334 MAIN STREET	5,020
MILFORD FREE LIBRARY	64 SOUTH MAIN STREET	4,860
FRANKLIN FREE LIBRARY	334 MAIN STREET	4,600
MORRIS LIBRARY	152 MAIN STREET	3,507
UNADILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY	193 MAIN STREET	3,213
EDMESTON FREE LIBRARY	6 WEST STREET	1,560

Farmers Markets in Oneonta

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cooperstown Farmers' Market	101 Main St, in Pioneer Alley	05/01/2017 to 08/31/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Delaware Bounty	5 1/2 Main Street - Suite 3	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Tue: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Wed: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Thu: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Fri: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 A		Visit
Delhi Farmers Market	Court House Square, Main St,	06/04/2014 to 09/24/2014	Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Franklin Farmers' Market	Institute Street	June to October	sun:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM;	Yes
Morris Farmers Market	Morris Firehouse, West Main St.
Oneonta Farmers' Market	Main Street Plaza (GPS 209 Main Street)	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Oneonta Farmers' Market - garage walkway	198 Main Street at the garage walkway	11/01/2014 to 12/20/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Oneonta Farmers' Market - Muller Plaza	198 Main St., at Muller Plaza	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Unadilla Farmers Market	187 Main Street	09/21/2013 to 09/21/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;

Hotels in Oneonta

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Oneonta

Hampton Inn Oneonta

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Quality Inn

Restaurants in Oneonta

19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Autumn Cafe

Brooks' House of Bar-B-Q

Buffalo Wild Wings

Dante's

Denny's

Get Fresh on the Main

Mount Fuji

Nick's Diner

Nina's

Sabattini's

Sloan's New York Grill

STAR MIX GRILL restaurant

The Bistro

The Depot

Tokyo Tavern

Undercover Eggplant

Cafes in Oneonta

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capresso

Latte Lounge

Starbucks

The Yellow Deli

Cinemas in Oneonta

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southside Mall Cinema

Theatres in Oneonta

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Foothills Performing Arts Center

Schines Oneonta Theatre

Bus Stations in Oneonta

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #1338129339

Gas Stations in Oneonta

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BJ's Gas

Kwik Fill

Mirabito

Speedway

Stewart's

Sunoco

Banks in Oneonta

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community Bank

KeyBank

NBT Bank

Sidney Federal Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Oneonta

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinton Street Plaza

South Side Mall

Breweries in Oneonta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bear Pond Winery	Vineyards, Brewers, Wineries	2515 State Highway 28	6076430294	Visit
Beer Barrell	Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grills, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants	19 Fonda Ave	6074329706
Butternuts Beer & Ale	Business Consultants, Brewers, Wineries, Wine Bar	4021 State Highway 51	6072635070	Visit
Cooperstown Brewing Co	Brewers, Wineries	110 River St	6072869330	Visit
Cooperstown Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, breweries	River St	6072869330
Council Rock Brewery	Brewery, Beer Garden, and Pub	4861 State Highway 28	6076433016	Visit
Leatherstocking Homebrewers	Brewers	175 Main St	6074328560

Nursing Homes in Oneonta

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CHESTNUT PARK AND REHABILITATION NURSING CENTER 330 CHESTNUT STREET	For profit - Partnership	80	78	2/5	—	3/5	3/5	6074328500
AURELIA OSBORN FOX MEMORIAL HO ONE NORTON AVENUE	Non profit - Corporation	131	128	1/5	—	3/5	4/5	6074315980

Pharmacies in Oneonta

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CATSKILL CARE ENTERPRISES INC	1 FOX CARE DR STE 215	607-431-5959
ECKERD CORPORATION	5626 STATE HIGHWAY 7	607-432-8636
ECKERD CORPORATION	94 CHESTNUT ST	607-432-7640
HANNAFORD	705 STATE HIGHWAY 28	607-432-0681
PRICE CHOPPER - 134	5626 STATE HIGHWAY 7	607-432-9315
RITE AID - 652	400 CHESTNUT STREET	607-432-3200
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2262	5054 STATE HIGHWAY 23	607-431-9832
WALGREENS - 11747	99 CHESTNUT STREET	607-433-5101

Daycare Centers in Oneonta

5 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
KIDS UNLIMITED PRESCHOOL 5588 STATE HWY 7	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 353-7272 EXT 2	OPEN
ONEONTA FAMILY YMCA AT CENTER STREET 31 CENTER STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 353-7074	OPEN
OPPORTUNITIES FOR OTSEGO HEAD START, ONEONTA SITE 256 RIVER STREET	HEAD START — DCC	(607) 432-5313	OPEN
OPPORTUNITIES FOR OTSEGO, INC. - SUNY ONEONTA SITE 108 RAVINE PARKWAY	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 436-2775	OPEN
SUCO CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC. 1 STATE STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 436-2484	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Oneonta

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Mirabito Convenience Store #69 - Tesla Supercharger	4968 NY-23	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
EVolve NY Oneonta	4968 NY-23	Electrify America		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Country Club Imports	55 Oneida St	Non-Networked	2	2	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Alumni Hall	51 South West Dorm Drive	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
CITY OF ONEONTA DIETZ ST LOT	37 Dietz St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
College at Oneonta	108 Ravine Parkway	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
Country Club Imports	55 Oneida St	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Hampton Inn Oneonta - Tesla Destination	225 River St	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public
SUNY ONEONTA SUNY ONEONTA	24-26 Ravine Pkwy N	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Oneonta

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Federal Hill Rd	LTOWER	52
Maddison Road (106996)	LTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Oneonta

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City Of Oneonta Fire Department	79 - 81 Main ST	Mostly career			607-433-3480

Power Plants Near Oneonta

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
GOODYEAR LAKE PLANT	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-75.0	OP

Bridges in Oneonta

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	101	17,709	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	255	15,062	G
Culvert	Steel	1973	48	13,805	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	135	13,805	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	96	10,243	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	369	10,243	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	116	9,948	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	341	9,064	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	341	8,727	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	341	8,080	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	186	6,423	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	174	6,423	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1986	233	4,348	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	316	2,747	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1919	29	2,567	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1988	120	2,349	F
Frame	Concrete	2005	27	1,631	G
Culvert	Steel	1988	38	1,312	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1915	66	1,227	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	50	696	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	29	696	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	35	689	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	41	610	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1938	50	391	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	47	103	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	34	84	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2006	36	64	G

Airports Near Oneonta

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Albert S Nader Regional Airport	ONH	Small Airport
Bengtsson Field	—	Small Airport
Blueberry Field	—	Small Airport
Boden Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyle's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Charles G. Kalko Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooperstown-Westville Airport	COP	Small Airport
Curtis Airport	—	Small Airport
De Ronda Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Air Field	—	Small Airport
Del Savio Airport	—	Small Airport
Don Kichote-Quixote Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Frankfort-Highland Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	—	Small Airport
Grace's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamilton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Field	—	Small Airport
Hiawatha Airport	—	Small Airport
Hickory Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiserts Airpark Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Hogan Airport	—	Small Airport
Hop House Airpark	—	Small Airport
Joseph Y Resnick Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirkwood Airpark	—	Small Airport
Knapp Airport	—	Small Airport
Lt Warren Eaton Airport	OIC	Small Airport
M & M Airfield	—	Small Airport
MAC Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
McKinney Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Mohawk Air Park	—	Small Airport
Mountain Top Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain Top Airport	—	Small Airport
MSM Airport	—	Small Airport
Nautical Mile Airport	—	Small Airport
Nellis Field	—	Small Airport
North Fork Airport	—	Small Airport
Olmstead Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Oneida Lake Strip Airport	—	Small Airport
Piolis Brookside Airport	—	Small Airport
Richfield Airport	—	Small Airport
Roxbury Runway Airport	—	Small Airport
Russell Airport	—	Small Airport
Sharon Airport	—	Small Airport
Sidney Municipal Airport	SXY	Small Airport
Sky-Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Oneonta

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cooperstown Police Department	22 Main Street
New York State Police	199 Oneida Street

Grocery Stores in Oneonta

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 65065	Supermarket	763 State Highway 28
Apple Express	Convenience Store	472 Main St
Apple Express #2	Convenience Store	377 Main St
BJ's Wholesale Club 303	Super Store	756 State Highway 28
Dollar General 10652	Other	76 Chestnut St
Dollar Tree 1496	Other	739 State Highway 28
East Oneonta Country Store 11	Convenience Store	39 Main St
Ez Food Mart	Convenience Store	387 Main St
Green Earth	Grocery Store	4 Market St
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8328	Super Store	705 State Highway 28
Hometown Deli And Grocery	Convenience Store	61 Spruce St
Kwik Fill 348	Convenience Store	65 Chestnut St
NY Food Mart	Convenience Store	167 Main St
PRICE CHOPPER 134	Supermarket	5626 State Highway 7
Quickway 12	Convenience Store	7249 State Highway 23
Quickway 69	Convenience Store	4968 State Highway 23
Quickway 70	Convenience Store	5178 State Highway 23
Speedway 7696	Convenience Store	325 Main St
Speedway 7697	Convenience Store	4967 State Highway 23
Stewarts Shop 232	Convenience Store	47 S Main St
United Food Market Inc.	Convenience Store	229 Main St
Walgreens 11747	Other	99 Chestnut St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 2262	Super Store	5054 State Highway 23

Post Offices in Oneonta

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Oneonta

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $173,251 in back wages owed to 754 employees.

Violations

$173,251

Back Wages Owed

754

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
A&D Vanzsport	—	—	13820	—	1	$60,892	$10,149	6
Fiesta Mexican Grill & Cantina	—	—	13820	—	1	$22,146	$2,013	11
Asian Temptation	—	—	13820	—	1	$20,265	$2,252	9
Neptune Diner	—	—	13820	—	1	$16,588	$2,074	8
A.O. Fox Hospital	—	—	13820	—	1	$16,261	$27	596
Empire Toyota	—	—	13820	—	1	$11,373	$1,625	7
Royal Chrysler	—	—	13820	—	1	$10,618	$531	20
CHESTNUT PARK REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER [OSHA]	—	CHESTNUT PARK REHABILITATION & NURSING CENTER	13820	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)	1	$4,773	$104	46
Five Guys Oneonta	—	—	13820	—	1	$3,204	$3,204	1
J.R. Frazier & Sons, Inc.	—	—	13820	—	1	$3,072	$279	11
Oneonta Nursing & Rehabilitation Center	—	—	13820	—	1	$2,022	$65	31
Convenience Express East Oneonta #40	—	—	13820	—	1	$1,051	$1,051	1
Mirabito Oneonta #70	—	—	13820	—	1	$397	$397	1
Mirabito Convenience Express Store #40	—	—	13820	—	1	$386	$129	3
Hilltop Hops & Barley	—	—	13820	—	1	$114	$114	1
Trion Solutions	—	—	13820	—	1	$87	$44	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oneonta

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF DELAWARE AND OTSEGO COUNTIES	176 MAIN ST
ELM PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	401 CHESTNUT ST
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE ATONEMENT SAUGERTIES ULSTER CO NY	1 CENTER ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	73 CHESTNUT ST
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH OF OTEGO TUW DASA E HARRIS	C/O COMMUNITY BANK NA 245 MAIN ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH TRUST UNDER WILL WALTER J BLEND	PO BOX 430
FULL GOSPEL LIGHT HOUSE INC	12 GROVE ST
INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT	124 COUNTY HIGHWAY 58
IRENE SARGENT ALLEN ENDOWMENT FUND FBO ST MARYS CHURCH	245 MAIN ST
NEW LIFE ONEONTA	24 MARKET ST
ONEONTA ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1667 COUNTY HIGHWAY 48
ONEONTA JEWISH COMMUNITY INC	PO BOX 383
REDEMPTION MOVEMENT	33 MILLER ST
SOUTHSIDE WESLEYAN CHURCH	5300 STATE HIGHWAY 23
ST INNOCENT OF ALASKA ORTHODOX MISSION	15 FARONE DR APT F35
SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH OF ONEONTA NEW YORK	1796 CTY HWY 48

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oneonta

What is the population of Oneonta?

Oneonta has a population of 14,467 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 3,318 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Oneonta expensive to live in?

Oneonta is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,031, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,800 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oneonta safe?

Oneonta is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 244 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,042 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oneonta receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oneonta?

Oneonta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches, with 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Oneonta?

The job market in Oneonta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,160. There are 1,538 business establishments in the area, including 190 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 6.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oneonta?

The median home value in Oneonta is $187,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,512. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.1%. The average annual property tax is $7,079.

How are the schools in Oneonta?

Schools in Oneonta score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.6% of adults in Oneonta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 24.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oneonta?

The obesity rate in Oneonta is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 21.6% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 49.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:727.

What is transportation like in Oneonta?

The average commute in Oneonta is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70% of workers drive alone to work, 1.9% use public transit, and 6.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oneonta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oneonta is 83.2% White, 6.8% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability. 96.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

West End, NY 1,744 pop · 2.0 mi Delhi, NY 3,185 pop · 14.5 mi Unadilla, NY 1,140 pop · 15.4 mi Cooperstown, NY 2,113 pop · 18.2 mi Sidney, NY 3,865 pop · 19.7 mi Walton, NY 2,655 pop · 20.0 mi Worcester, NY 1,017 pop · 20.0 mi Stamford, NY 1,101 pop · 23.2 mi Bainbridge, NY 1,059 pop · 23.6 mi Norwich, NY 6,880 pop · 23.9 mi Sherburne, NY 1,294 pop · 26.9 mi Oxford, NY 1,426 pop · 27.0 mi Richfield Springs, NY 1,096 pop · 27.9 mi Afton, NY 1,086 pop · 28.1 mi

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Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure