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Zena, NY

New York

Zena is a small town in New York with a population of 972. Residents earn $109,479 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
972 Population 318/sq mi density
$109,479 Median Income $61,984 per capita
$427,400 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$109,479 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$427,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,479
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $427,400
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.6%
92% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population972
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,479
Per Capita$61,984
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$427,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units424
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity27.8%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking9.2%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain67.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation438 ft (134 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.6%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+41.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute34 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is Zena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zena receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Zena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zena is $109,479, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Zena among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zena is $427,400, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Zena is a highly educated community — 64.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Zena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 67.7 inches, including 85.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Zena has a population of 972 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

972
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Zena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Zena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zena is $109,479, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Zena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,479
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,372
County GDP$3,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare75
Retail216
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Zena is $427,400, 52% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$427,400
52% above US avg
Median List Price$889,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$889,000
$/Sq Ft$389
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

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-Occupied93.3%
Housing Units424
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,114
132% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Zena, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 9.2% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.2%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death8,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities75
Zena has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.7 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.7 inches
78% above US avg
Snowfall85.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation438 ft (134 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates42.0234°N, 74.0853°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 64.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.6%
92% above US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+41.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density318/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants208
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home17.8%

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