Shokan, NY

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,220 Population 314/sq mi density
$96,750 Median Income $52,102 per capita
$240,700 Home Value $437,957 Zillow
$2,292 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$96,750 median income, 15.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,700 home value, $2,292/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,750
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,700
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,292
97% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,220
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density314/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,750
Per Capita$52,102
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$10,454M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,700
Rent$2,292
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$437,957
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Elevation755 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute31 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries22

Is Shokan a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Shokan has a population of 1,220 with a density of 314 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

1,220
Total Population
314
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shokan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shokan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shokan is $96,750, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Shokan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,750
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,102
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,871
County GDP$10,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants622
Healthcare522
Retail683
Manufacturing205

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone55.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Shokan is $240,700, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,292 (97% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $437,957.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,700
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$437,957
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,292
97% above 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-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,767
179% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Shokan, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death7,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities522

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Shokan has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density314/sq mi
Coordinates41.9809°N, 74.2130°W
County FIPS36111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.7%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density314/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities522
Restaurants622
Retail Stores683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone55.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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