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Wolcott, NY

New York · Cayuga County

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
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 41.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
276 Violent Crime/100K 3,467 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair 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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
276 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,661
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 276/100K
27% 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%
Veterans9.7%

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
Ownership60.8%
Zillow$201,336
Housing Units784
Rent Burden41.8%

Crime

F
Violent276/100K
Property3,467/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+78.0%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Wolcott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolcott receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wolcott has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wolcott is below the national average at 276 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,467 per 100,000, 77% above the national average.

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 5.3/10.

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. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. 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, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 9.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
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. Per capita income is $27,701 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,204, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,739 business establishments, including 173 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolcott is $85,300, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,336, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 784 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1948. The average annual property tax is $7,441 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 41.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

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
Rent Burden41.8%

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

Homeownership60.8%
Owner-Occupied60.8%
Renter-Occupied39.2%
Housing Units784
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate8.72%
In Wolcott, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 18.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,449. The dentist ratio is 1:2,344. 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,449
Dentists1:2,344
Mental Health1:454
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Wolcott has a violent crime rate of 276 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,467 per 100,000, 77% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wolcott receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent276.0/100K
27% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,467.1/100K
77% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity1.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wolcott experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 140.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

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)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates43.2228°N, 76.8121°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCayuga County County
Nearest AirportSyracuse Hancock International (SYR)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 140.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score61.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability31.0 / 100
Community Resilience84.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 96 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 113 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 68 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 125 km
Feb 3, 2001 6 km W of Bath, New York M3.2 109 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 128 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 105 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 124 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 125 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 144 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 120 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 124 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 127 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 95 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 17 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 146 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 101 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

80 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 14 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 2, 1983 EF3 17 km 1
May 2, 1983 EF3 42 km 0
Jun 2, 1969 EF3 26 km 0
Aug 30, 1955 EF3 100 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 99 km 4
Aug 21, 2011 EF2 18 km 0
May 16, 2009 EF2 90 km 0
Aug 28, 1990 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 87 km 1
Jul 10, 2024 EF1 88 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF1 100 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF1 96 km 0
Sep 19, 2022 EF1 97 km 0
Sep 12, 2021 EF1 91 km 0
Jun 21, 2021 EF1 93 km 0
May 3, 2018 EF1 63 km 0
Aug 22, 2017 EF1 99 km 0
Jul 13, 2014 EF1 89 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF1 98 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF1 98 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 DRY MARSH 1,018 27 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.7 in
February 24°F (-4°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.6 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.4 in

Wolcott has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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Wolcott is located in Cayuga County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.5% of the vote, a 13-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 167 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity1.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+78.0%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.32
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Avg Download Speed188.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed62.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%
Average costs for common services in Wolcott. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit $378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit $216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit $2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning $140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling $270 ($162–$432)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement $324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation $43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4) $647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement $216 ($108–$378)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour) $97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair $432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair $1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested) $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation $540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full) $162 ($81–$270)
Manicure $27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$140)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb) $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly) $76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly) $92 ($54–$162)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$81)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly) $432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming $65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter $324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter $216 ($108–$432)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,070
Toddler$996
Preschool$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$823
Toddler$779
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cayuga County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,776 157 $62,460 1.07
Manufacturing 3,220 88 $70,567 1.59
Retail Trade 2,989 186 $36,530 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 2,034 156 $25,897 0.91
Construction 1,176 195 $83,576 0.91
Wholesale Trade 841 78 $94,341 0.87
Other Services 733 150 $36,593 0.99
Transportation & Warehousing 703 62 $63,786 0.67
Professional & Technical Services 700 115 $78,759 0.41
Administrative & Waste Services 413 69 $53,396 0.29
Finance & Insurance 329 59 $72,953 0.33
Arts & Entertainment 290 36 $32,863 0.70
Educational Services 227 18 $41,573 0.45
Management of Companies 226 11 $69,551 0.54
Information & Technology 158 27 $73,337 0.34
Utilities 103 7 $119,003 1.10
Real Estate 82 31 $40,451 0.21
Unclassified 58 91 $37,702 1.69

Schools in Wolcott

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT HIGH SCHOOL High 367 36 10.2:1
NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 343 36 9.5:1
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Radio Stations near Wolcott

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WRVO-2 PRX Remix Oswego, NY low bandwidth, news MP3 24 kbps

National Parks Near Wolcott

48 national parks and monuments found near Wolcott.

ParkTypeFee
Battle Island State Park State Park Free
Beechwood State Park State Park Free
Bonavista State Park State Park Free
Braddock Bay State Park State Park Free
Burnham Point State Park State Park Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park State Park Free
Cayuga Lake State Park State Park Free
Cedar Point State Park State Park Free
Chimney Bluffs State Park State Park Free
Chittenango Falls State Park State Park Free
Clark Reservation State Park State Park Free
Fair Haven Beach State Park State Park Free
Fillmore Glen State Park State Park Free
Genesee River Fishing Access Site State Park Free
Green Lakes State Park State Park Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area State Park Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Helen L. McNitt State Park State Park Free
Irondequoit Bay Marine Park State Park Free
Keuka Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake On The Mountain Provincial Picnic Grounds Free
Ldc State Park Free
Long Point State Park State Park Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) State Park Free
Mexico Point State Park State Park Free
New York State Lands State Park Free
North Beach Provincial Park Free
Nosewicz State Park Free
Old Erie Canal State Park State Park Free
Park State Park Free
Presqu'ile Provincial Park Free
Robert G. Wehle State Park State Park Free
Robert H. Treman State Park State Park Free
Sampson State Park State Park Free
Sandy Beach State Park State Park Free
Sandy Island Beach State Park State Park Free
Schapiro-Vernon State Park Free
Selkirk Shores State Park State Park Free
Seneca Lake State Park State Park Free
Southwick Beach State Park State Park Free
Stony Brook State Park State Park Free
Taughannock Falls State Park State Park Free
Timber Island Provincial Park Free
Watkins Glen State Park State Park Free
Westcott Beach State Park State Park Free
Western Finger Lakes State Park State Park Free
Women's Rights National Historical Park National Historical Park Free

Museums in Wolcott

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3159464943$109,188
SODUS BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7606 NORTH ONTARIO STREET3154834936$87,428
CIVIC HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION11256 SOUTH STREET$7,394
LOCK 52 HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PORT BYRONHISTORIC PRESERVATION73 PINE STREET3152241716$6,019
BUTLER HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 343155942332
GALEN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION31 N PARK ST3159237150
OLD BRUTUS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3158349342
RED CREEK HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4866 COVELL ROAD
STERLING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3159476461
STERLING NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER15380 JENZVOLD RD3159476143
WOLCOTT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5994 JEFFERSON ST3155949494

Libraries in Wolcott

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SODUS COMMUNITY LIBRARY17 MAPLE AVENUE0.044,550
CLYDE-SAVANNAH PUBLIC LIBRARY204 GLASGOW STREET0.035,798
LYONS PUBLIC LIBRARY122 BROAD STREET0.031,917
WOLCOTT CIVIC FREE LIBRARY5890 NEW HARTFORD STREET0.020,313
STEWART B. LANG MEMORIAL LIBRARY2577 EAST MAIN STREET0.012,352
RED CREEK FREE LIBRARY6817 MAIN STREET0.011,957
VILLAGE OF FAIR HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY14426 SOUTH RICHMOND AVENUE0.010,608
HANNIBAL FREE LIBRARY162 OSWEGO STREET0.010,496
PORT BYRON LIBRARY12 SPONABLE DRIVE0.010,018
ROSE FREE LIBRARY4069 MAIN STREET0.05,524

Farmers Markets in Wolcott

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Weedsport Area Farmers' Market2690 E. Brutus Street05/25/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Wolcott Area Farmers Market1 Northup Park06/09/2016 to 10/06/2016Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;

Cinemas in Wolcott

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palace Theatre

Gas Stations in Wolcott

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Fill
Sunoco
Wolcott Fastrac 203

Banks in Wolcott

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lyons National Bank

Golf Courses in Wolcott

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Bay Golf Course

Pharmacies in Wolcott

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 4967 5651 WHISKEY HILL ROAD 315-594-2987

Daycare Centers in Wolcott

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
WAYNE CAP INC., HURON HEAD START
11359 RIDGE ROAD
 HEAD START — DCC (315) 594-6122 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Wolcott

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
12105 Oswego St12105 Oswego StEV Connect2J1772COMBOpublic
Auto Outlets of Wolcott5671 Whiskey Hill RdSWTCH4J1772public

Cell Towers in Wolcott

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5996 Wager Road (59722)LTOWER80
BEACH ROADTOWER75
2385 Bixby Wood Road (107204)LTOWER61
10000 Lummisville Road (103313)LTOWER60
12580 Route 34GTOWER59
14293 ACRE ROADLTOWER58
15141 KENT ROADGTOWER57
Fair Haven Cell site 1676 Sterling Station RdTOWER39

Bridges in Wolcott

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1971276,075F
CulvertSteel1971286,075F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970157932G
SlabWood or Timber20043410F

Airports Near Wolcott

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Syracuse Hancock International AirportSYRLarge Airport
Ithaca Tompkins Regional AirportITHMedium Airport
Airlane Enterprises Airport—Small Airport
Airy-Acres Airport—Small Airport
Anthonson Airport—Small Airport
B-Ville Airpark—Small Airport
Camillus Airport—Small Airport
Canandaigua AirportIUASmall Airport
Cortland County Chase FieldCTXSmall Airport
Coye Field—Small Airport
Creekside Airport—Small Airport
D'Amico Airport—Small Airport
Farnsworth Airport—Small Airport
Finger Lakes Regional Airport—Small Airport
Flying K Airport—Small Airport
Galloo Island Airport—Small Airport
Grammar Airport—Small Airport
Greenlawn Farm Airport—Small Airport
Harvs Airport—Small Airport
Hidden Hills Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark—Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark—Small Airport
Horizon Air Airport—Small Airport
Krenzers Airport—Small Airport
Lakestone Farm Airport—Small Airport
Long Acre Farms Airport—Small Airport
Marcellus Airport—Small Airport
Mariwill Airport—Small Airport
Match Mate Airport—Small Airport
Mexico Airdrome Airport—Small Airport
Michael Airfield—Small Airport
Middlesex Valley Airport—Small Airport
Midlakes Airport—Small Airport
Murphy Field—Small Airport
New Salem Aerodrome—Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Oak Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Oswego County Airport—Small Airport
Ovid Airport—Small Airport
Owasco Airport—Small Airport
Paradise Airport—Small Airport
Penn Yan Airport—Small Airport
Pine View Airport—Small Airport
Rabbit Lane Airport—Small Airport
Riveredge Airpark—Small Airport
Savannah Agri-Air Airport—Small Airport
Skaneateles Aero Drome—Small Airport
Spring Brook Airport—Small Airport
St Bernard Field—Small Airport
Stony Island Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Wolcott

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 6125Other6010 New Hartford St
Family Dollar 2321Other5673 Whiskey Hill Rd
Fastrac EG LLC 500203Convenience Store5666 Whiskey Hill Rd
Kwik Fill 346Convenience Store11955 W Main St
Pit Stop Convenience Stores 6Convenience Store11979 W Main St
Save A LotSupermarket12030 Park Ln
Walgreens 19736Other5651 Whiskey Hill Rd

Post Offices in Wolcott

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wolcott Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wolcott

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arbor House - Residential ReintegrationSubstance Abuse315-564-5506
Arbor House Supportive Living Program - Arbor House Community ResidenceSubstance Abuse315-564-5506

DOL Wage Violations in Wolcott

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $65,474 in back wages owed to 256 employees.

10
Violations
$65,474
Back Wages Owed
256
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Van Fleet Orchards, LLC — — 14590 — 1 $41,517 $1,432 29
CAHOON FARMS, INC. [OSHA] — — 14590 Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers 4 $8,085 $66 122
Abendroths Orchard — — 14590 — 1 $5,632 $94 60
SM Solutions — — 14590 — 1 $2,563 $1,282 2
Youngman Bros. Fruit Farms — — 14590 — 1 $2,315 $122 19
MERRELL DAIRY, LLC [OSHA] — — 14590 Dairy Cattle and Milk Production 1 $2,239 $149 15
Van Fleet Orchard — — 14590 — 1 $1,768 $442 4
Ryan's Pub — — 14590 — 1 $1,195 $398 3
WAFLER FARMS, INC. — Wafler Farms Inc 14590 Apple Orchards 5 $129 $129 1
FOWLER BROTHERS INC [OSHA] — — 14590 Apple Orchards 1 $31 $31 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wolcott

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF THE BLESSEDTRINITY OF WOLCOTT NY11956 WASHINGTON ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS6603 BONNIE CASTLE RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH6025 NEW HARTFORD ST
NEW BEGINNINGS MINISTRY1253 TYRRELL ST
NORTH WOLCOTT CHRISTIAN CHURCH7986 BROADWAY RD
PATH LIGHT COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC11867 W MAIN ST
TESTIMONIES OVER TEA MINISTRIES INC6028 AUBURN ST

Explore Near Wolcott

UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wolcott

What is the population of Wolcott?

Wolcott has a population of 1,446 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 742 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Wolcott expensive to live in?

Wolcott is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,661, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,300 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wolcott safe?

Wolcott is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 276 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,467 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wolcott receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wolcott?

Wolcott has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Wolcott?

Wolcott has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,204. There are 1,739 business establishments in the area, including 173 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wolcott?

The median home value in Wolcott is $85,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,336. For renters, the median monthly rent is $636. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.8%. The average annual property tax is $7,441.

How are the schools in Wolcott?

Schools in Wolcott score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.5% of adults in Wolcott hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wolcott?

The obesity rate in Wolcott is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.3% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,449.

What is transportation like in Wolcott?

The average commute in Wolcott is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wolcott?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wolcott is 88.5% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 9.7% of the population are military veterans. 22.5% of residents have a disability. 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

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