Salamanca, NY

New York

Salamanca is a small city in New York with a population of 5,878. Residents earn $39,871 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,878 Population 981/sq mi density
$39,871 Median Income $24,195 per capita
$78,000 Home Value
$702 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
407 Violent Crime/100K 1,875 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,871 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $702/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
407 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,871
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,000
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 407/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $702
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,878
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density981/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,871
Per Capita$24,195
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$702
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent407/100K
Property1,875/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault354/100K
Burglary619/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,358 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute17 min
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is Salamanca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salamanca receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salamanca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salamanca is $39,871, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salamanca is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,875 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Salamanca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 95.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Salamanca has a population of 5,878 with a density of 981 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%), with 20.7% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

5,878
Total Population
981
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Salamanca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salamanca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salamanca is $39,871, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Salamanca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,871
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Salamanca is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% 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-Occupied53.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate8.33%
In Salamanca, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Salamanca has a violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,875 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent406.9/100K
7% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape35.4/100K
Robbery17.7/100K
Assault353.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,875.1/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary619.1/100K
Theft1,096.8/100K
Vehicle Theft159.2/100K
Arson35.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Salamanca has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall95.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,358 ft (414 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²)
Population Density981/sq mi
Coordinates42.1647°N, 78.7413°W
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density981/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home4.5%

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