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Unadilla Forks, NY

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Unadilla Forks is a small town in New York with a population of 178. Residents earn $67,188 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
178 Population 36/sq mi density
$67,188 Median Income $41,182 per capita
$143,200 Home Value
$645 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$67,188 median income, 14.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,200 home value, $645/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,188
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,200
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.1%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.4%
300% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,188
Per Capita$41,182
Unemployment14.4%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,200
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,222 ft (372 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.1%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+24.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries13

Is Unadilla Forks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unadilla Forks receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Unadilla Forks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Unadilla Forks is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unadilla Forks is $143,200, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Unadilla Forks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 85.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Unadilla Forks has a population of 178 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

178
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Unadilla Forks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Unadilla Forks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unadilla Forks is $67,188, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Unadilla Forks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,188
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,182
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.4%
300% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Unadilla Forks is $143,200, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,200
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$645
45% below 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-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Unadilla Forks, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Unadilla Forks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Unadilla Forks has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall85.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,222 ft (372 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates42.8496°N, 75.2309°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.1%
34% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+24.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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