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Port Byron, NY

New York

Port Byron is a small town in New York with a population of 994. Residents earn $51,528 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
994 Population 1,092/sq mi density
$51,528 Median Income $24,674 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $181,896 Zillow
$991 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,528 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $991/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,528
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $991
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density1,092/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,528
Per Capita$24,674
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$991
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,896
Housing Units467
Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking20.5%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation398 ft (121 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries9

Is Port Byron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Byron receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Port Byron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Byron is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Byron is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $991 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Byron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Port Byron has a population of 994 with a density of 1,092 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

994
Total Population
1,092
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Byron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Byron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Byron is $51,528, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Port Byron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,528
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,674
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Byron is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $991 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$991
15% below US avg
Rent Burden24.9%

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-Occupied56.0%
Housing Units467
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate7.44%
In Port Byron, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Byron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,449
Dentists1:2,344
Mental Health1:454
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Port Byron has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 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 Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation398 ft (121 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Coordinates43.0371°N, 76.6253°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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