Home Value $152,000

46% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.9%

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.1%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population81

Median Age77.4 yrs

Density900/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans81.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$46,442

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,092M

Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$152,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity30.1%

Uninsured5.6%

Smoking13.2%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain33.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation753 ft (230 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.9%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+4.2%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%

Commute34 min

Broadband35.0%

Libraries8

Is Tuscarora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuscarora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Tuscarora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tuscarora is $152,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tuscarora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Tuscarora has a population of 81 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 77.4 years, 99% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

900

People / sq mi

77.4yrs

Median Age

99% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%

Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuscarora 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

Tuscarora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuscarora is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Tuscarora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$46,442
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,093
IRS Avg AGI	$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,495
County GDP	$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants	133
Healthcare	119
Retail	201
Manufacturing	65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tuscarora is $152,000, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$152,000
	46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.5%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,178
	134% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.38%

In Tuscarora, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.1%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	7.2%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.2%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.3%
Physical Inactivity	20.5%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.6%
	35% below US avg
Checkup Rate	73.1%
Dental Visits	61.0%
Premature Death	5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	79.3%
Healthcare Facilities	119

Tuscarora has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.7°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.1 inches
	13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	753 ft (230 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	900/sq mi
Coordinates	42.6345°N, 77.8694°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36051

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%

D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.9%
	8% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.2%
School Test Score	5.39

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	900/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	119
Restaurants	133
Retail Stores	201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Tuscarora, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Tuscarora a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tuscarora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tuscarora vs U.S. Average

Income: Tuscarora 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: Tuscarora 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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