New York · Metropolitan Area
Shokan is a small town in New York with a population of 1,220. Residents earn $96,750 per year, which is 29% above the national average.
Based on current data, Shokan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shokan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Shokan is $96,750, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Shokan is $240,700, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,292 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Shokan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 82.4% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.6% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,750 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,102 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,783 |
| Unemployment | 15.2% |
| 322% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,871 |
| County GDP | $10,454M |
| Restaurants | 622 |
| Healthcare | 522 |
| Retail | 683 |
| Manufacturing | 205 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,767 |
| 179% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |
| Census Median | $240,700 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $437,957 |
| Median List Price | $349,000 |
| Median List Price | $349,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,292 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 9.0% |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,767 |
| 179% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
| Obesity | 28.2% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.9% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,045/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 522 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.6 inches |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 59.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 314/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9809°N, 74.2130°W |
| County FIPS | 36111 |
Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.5% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 314/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.0% |
| Public Libraries | 22 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 522 |
| Restaurants | 622 |
| Retail Stores | 683 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |