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Schaghticoke, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Schaghticoke is a small town in New York with a population of 591. Residents earn $60,417 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
591 Population 778/sq mi density
$60,417 Median Income $34,293 per capita
$189,500 Home Value $334,535 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 34.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,417 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$189,500 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,417
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population591
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density778/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,417
Per Capita$34,293
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$15,508M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,535
Housing Units268
Rent Burden34.3%

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking12.1%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation182 ft (55 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+10.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries17

Is Schaghticoke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schaghticoke receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Schaghticoke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schaghticoke is $60,417, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schaghticoke is $189,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Schaghticoke experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Schaghticoke has a population of 591 with a density of 778 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

591
Total Population
778
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Schaghticoke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Schaghticoke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schaghticoke is $60,417, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Schaghticoke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,417
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,515
IRS Avg AGI$76,866

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,500
County GDP$15,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants374
Healthcare371
Retail437
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Schaghticoke is $189,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,535.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,535

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden34.3%

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-Occupied70.4%
Housing Units268
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Schaghticoke, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death7,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities371
Schaghticoke has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation182 ft (55 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density778/sq mi
Coordinates42.9014°N, 73.5896°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.4-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+10.0%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density778/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities371
Restaurants374
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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