Home Value $165,400

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.2%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $919

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.8%

19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population601

Median Age57.2 yrs

Density260/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans8.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,582

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.8%

County GDP$3,465M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$165,400

Rent$919

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units236

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking14.6%

Depression22.6%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain44.1 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation260 ft (79 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.2%

High School+98.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 57%

Commute17 min

Broadband65.9%

Libraries12

Is South Cairo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Cairo receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. South Cairo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Cairo is $165,400, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Cairo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South Cairo has a population of 601 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

601

Total Population

260

People / sq mi

57.2yrs

Median Age

47% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%

Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

South Cairo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Cairo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Cairo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: South Cairo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,582
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,082
IRS Avg AGI	$93,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.8%
	19% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,212
County GDP	$3,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants	199
Healthcare	163
Retail	267
Manufacturing	83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,790
	208% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.5 min
Drive Alone	89.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in South Cairo is $165,400, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,400
	41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$919
	21% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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-Occupied	46.7%
Housing Units	236
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,790
	208% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.52%

In South Cairo, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Cairo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.4%
Physical Inactivity	25.6%
Depression	22.6%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,471
Dentists	1:2,786
Mental Health	1:403
Checkup Rate	78.0%
Dental Visits	59.3%
Premature Death	7,810/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	61.5%
Healthcare Facilities	163

South Cairo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.1 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	260 ft (79 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density	260/sq mi
Coordinates	42.2684°N, 73.9558°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36021

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.7-point margin. 65.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%

D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.2%
	85% below US avg
High School+	98.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.39

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	260/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.9%
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	163
Restaurants	199
Retail Stores	267

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.5 min
Drive Alone	89.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.7%

South Cairo, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is South Cairo a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

South Cairo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

South Cairo vs U.S. Average

Income: South Cairo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: South Cairo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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