Median Income
$53,324
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$93,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$859
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.8%
29% lower than US avg
How Sodus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,999
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density2,127/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
B+
Median Income$53,324
Per Capita$30,120
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$5,130M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$93,100
Rent$859
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,942
Health
Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation447 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13
Is Sodus a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sodus receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sodus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sodus is $53,324, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sodus is $93,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Sodus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Sodus has a population of 1,999 with a density of 2,127 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 24.1% Black.
Population
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
The median household income in Sodus is $53,324, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,324 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,848 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,114 |
| County GDP | $5,130M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 142 |
| Retail | 259 |
| Manufacturing | 121 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,291 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Sodus is $93,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,942.
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,100 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $176,942 |
| Median List Price | $149,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $149,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $859 |
| 26% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,291 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.83% |
In Sodus, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sodus vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.2% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,850/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 142 |
Crime Rates: Sodus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Sodus has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 104.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 447 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2371°N, 77.0628°W |
| County FIPS | 36117 |