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South Dayton, NY


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South Dayton, New York

South Dayton, New York, in Cattaraugus county, is 37 miles S of Buffalo, New York. There are an estimated 662 people in the village.

The People and Families of South Dayton

In South Dayton, about 50% of adults are married. Though there are lots of families, South Dayton isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, South Dayton had a median family income of $32,917. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in South Dayton.

South Dayton Housing

Approximately 67% of housing in South Dayton is owner-occupied. The village sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in South Dayton than you'll find in other villages. The village is known in New York for having lower rents than most places. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in South Dayton.

Commuting

In South Dayton, 87% of commuters drive to work. The village is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophySouth Dayton Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%South Dayton Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 10%South Dayton Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%South Dayton Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of South Dayton, NY

Comparing South Dayton 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
Female Share of the Population89
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Racial Diversity42
Senior Citizens33
Male Share of the Population32
Well-Paid Single Men31
Age of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size87
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults62
People Above Poverty32
Median Family Income31
People in Middle Class or Better21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use105
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home99
Short Commute Times56

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Affordability of Rents610
People Living Alone55
Affordability of Property Taxes310
Housing Recently Built11
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