Wolcott, NY

New York

Wolcott is a small town in New York with a population of 1,446. Residents earn $43,661 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,446 Population 742/sq mi density
$43,661 Median Income $27,701 per capita
$85,300 Home Value $201,336 Zillow
$636 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,661 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $636/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,661
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,446
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,661
Per Capita$27,701
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$636
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,336

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation371 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute24 min
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Wolcott a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolcott is $43,661, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolcott is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolcott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wolcott has a population of 1,446 with a density of 742 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

1,446
Total Population
742
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolcott is $43,661, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wolcott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,661
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolcott is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,336.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,336

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg

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-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate8.72%
In Wolcott, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167

Crime Rates: Wolcott vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Wolcott has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates43.2228°N, 76.8121°W
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density742/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home7.2%

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