What are the schools like in Au Sable Forks, NY?

Au Sable Forks is served primarily by AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in Au Sable Forks?

The median household income in Au Sable Forks, NY is $52,065 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Au Sable Forks, NY?

Au Sable Forks has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 81.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 63.7 inches.

Au Sable Forks, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Au Sable Forks, NY affordable or expensive?

Au Sable Forks's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Au Sable Forks is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $141,900 and the median rent is $725 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Au Sable Forks, NY?

Crime rate data for Au Sable Forks is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Au Sable Forks, NY a Good Place to Live?

Au Sable Forks is a small town of 590 in New York, with a median household income of $52,065 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Au Sable Forks stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Au Sable Forks is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Au Sable Forks city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.2

Au Sable Forks's overall cost of living index is 94.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Au Sable Forks costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Au Sable Forks, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$141,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,065	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Au Sable Forks is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Au Sable Forks is served primarily by AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Au Sable Forks, NY	National Avg
School District	AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Au Sable Forks sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 81.8°F in July, with 36.5 inches of annual precipitation and 63.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Au Sable Forks, NY
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	81.8°F
Annual Precipitation	36.5"
Annual Snowfall	63.7"

Demographics

Metric	Au Sable Forks, NY	National Avg
Population	590	—
Median Age	36.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.1%	22.2%
65 and over	27.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wilmington, NY 9 mi Keeseville, NY 10 mi Peru, NY 11 mi Redford, NY 12 mi Willsboro Point, NY 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Au Sable Forks

Au Sable Forks, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

12912

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Au Sable Forks, NY affordable or expensive?

Au Sable Forks's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Au Sable Forks roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $141,900 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in Au Sable Forks, NY?

Crime data for Au Sable Forks is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Au Sable Forks?

Public schools in Au Sable Forks are operated by AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 24.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Au Sable Forks, NY a good place to live?

Au Sable Forks, NY has a population of 590, a median household income of $52,065, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Au Sable Forks?

Au Sable Forks averages 28.1°F in January and 81.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.5 inches with about 63.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Au Sable Forks?

Au Sable Forks, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 12912.

What is the population of Au Sable Forks?

The population of Au Sable Forks, New York is 590 with a median age of 36.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Au Sable Forks?

Key numbers for living in Au Sable Forks: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $141,900, median household income $52,065, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Au Sable Forks side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.