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West Chazy, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

West Chazy is a small town in New York with a population of 572. Residents earn $90,132 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
572 Population 304/sq mi density
$90,132 Median Income $46,273 per capita
$188,300 Home Value $208,045 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$90,132 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,300 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,132
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,300
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population572
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,132
Per Capita$46,273
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$265M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,045
Housing Units256
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation293 ft (89 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute16 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries5

Is West Chazy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Chazy receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. West Chazy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Chazy is $90,132, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Chazy is $188,300, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West Chazy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Chazy has a population of 572 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

572
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Chazy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Chazy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Chazy is $90,132, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: West Chazy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,132
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,273
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$91,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare13
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,648
204% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in West Chazy is $188,300, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,045.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,300
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,045

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.1%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.3%

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-Occupied88.9%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,648
204% above US avg
Effective Rate5.65%
In West Chazy, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Chazy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,484
Dentists1:7,489
Mental Health1:1,067
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death6,017/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access52.7%
Healthcare Facilities13
West Chazy has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation293 ft (89 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates44.8178°N, 73.5117°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS50013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.1-point margin. 96.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants27
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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