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Oxbow, NY

New York

Oxbow is a small town in New York with a population of 109. Residents earn $75,875 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
109 Population 273/sq mi density
$75,875 Median Income $35,953 per capita
$98,400 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$75,875 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,875
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $98,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,875
Per Capita$35,953
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation353 ft (108 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute39 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries22

Is Oxbow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxbow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, long commute times. Oxbow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oxbow is $75,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxbow is $98,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxbow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oxbow has a population of 109 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 7.3% Hispanic.

Population

109
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxbow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oxbow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxbow is $75,875, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Oxbow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,875
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxbow is $98,400, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,400
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate6.98%
In Oxbow, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Oxbow has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates44.2884°N, 75.6264°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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