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Shokan, New York, in Ulster county, is 52 miles SW of Albany, New York (center to center) and 85 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. The town is home to some 1,252 residents.
In Shokan, about 62% of adults are married.
The people of Shokan are more likely male than female.
In 2000, Shokan had a median family income of $57,700. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Shokan. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the town.
John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,650) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Shokan. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.
According to the 2000 census, 82% of the housing in Shokan was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. In Shokan you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.
In Shokan, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Shokan strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
Comparing Shokan to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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