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Schenevus, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Schenevus is a small town in New York with a population of 505. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
505 Population 490/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $38,318 per capita
$118,500 Home Value $166,105 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,500 home value, $1,100/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density490/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$38,318
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,320M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,500
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,105
Housing Units257
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute35 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries4

Is Schenevus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schenevus receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Schenevus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schenevus is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schenevus is $118,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Schenevus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 85.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Schenevus has a population of 505 with a density of 490 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

505
Total Population
490
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Schenevus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Schenevus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schenevus is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Schenevus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,318
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$67,256

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)710
County GDP$1,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare55
Retail90
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schenevus is $118,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,105.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,500
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,105

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$58
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units257
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,238
107% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In Schenevus, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death7,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access35.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Schenevus has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall85.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density490/sq mi
Coordinates42.5497°N, 74.8269°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density490/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants62
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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