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Savona, NY

New York

Savona is a small town in New York with a population of 724. Residents earn $47,250 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
724 Population 696/sq mi density
$47,250 Median Income $27,581 per capita
$96,300 Home Value $151,655 Zillow
$1,021 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$47,250 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,300 home value, $1,021/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,250
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population724
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density696/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,250
Per Capita$27,581
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,655
Housing Units345
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking18.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries16

Is Savona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Savona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Savona is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Savona is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Savona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Savona has a population of 724 with a density of 696 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

724
Total Population
696
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Savona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Savona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savona is $47,250, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Savona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,250
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,581
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Savona is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,655.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,655

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,021
12% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied89.8%
Housing Units345
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate9.49%
In Savona, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,787
Dentists1:2,806
Mental Health1:401
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Savona has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density696/sq mi
Coordinates42.2831°N, 77.2237°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density696/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home11.8%

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