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South Dayton, NY

New York

South Dayton is a small town in New York with a population of 519. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
519 Population 514/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $24,125 per capita
$68,800 Home Value $137,946 Zillow
$733 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $733/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$24,125
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,946
Housing Units273
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking20.8%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries24

Is South Dayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Dayton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. South Dayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Dayton is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Dayton is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Dayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 208.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South Dayton has a population of 519 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

519
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

South Dayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

South Dayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Dayton is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: South Dayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,125
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in South Dayton is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,946.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,946

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

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-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate10.48%
In South Dayton, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
South Dayton 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 53.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall208.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates42.3628°N, 79.0510°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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