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Caledonia, NY


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Caledonia, New York

Caledonia, New York, in Livingston county, is 17 miles SW of Rochester, New York (center to center) and 52 miles E of Buffalo, New York. Part of the surrounding Rochester metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Caledonia is home to some 2,327 residents.

The People and Families of Caledonia

In Caledonia, about 61% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Caledonia had a median family income of $50,526.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Caledonia.

Caledonia Housing

According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Caledonia was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Caledonia, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Caledonia, 94% of commuters drive to work. People in the village expect to drive a lot. The village does not have a lot of public transportation.

High Points

Caledonia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Caledonia People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Caledonia Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Caledonia Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Caledonia, NY

Comparing Caledonia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men95
Well-Paid Single Women95
Male Share of the Population78
Racial Diversity75
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Age of the Population55
Female Share of the Population44
Senior Citizens44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married77
Average Household Size76

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better96
People Above Poverty97
College Educated Adults85
Median Family Income85

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times46
Working at Home43
Walking and Biking to Work32
Public Transportation Use21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
People Living Alone45
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33
Affordability of Rents36
Housing Recently Built24
Affordability of Property Taxes16
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