What are the schools like in Avon, NY?

Avon is served primarily by AVON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.6:1.

What is the median household income in Avon?

The median household income in Avon, NY is $71,958 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Avon, NY?

Avon has an average high temperature of 32.4°F in January and 81.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 51.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Avon, NY affordable or expensive?

Avon's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Avon is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $178,400 and the median rent is $1,192 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Avon, NY?

Avon has a violent crime rate of 28.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 405.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Avon, NY a Good Place to Live?

Avon is a small town of 3,388 in New York, with a median household income of $71,958 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Avon stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Avon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Avon 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: 97.7

Avon's overall cost of living index is 97.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Avon costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Avon, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$178,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,192	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,958	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Avon's violent crime rate is 28.6 per 100,000 residents — 92% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

28.6 /100k

Property Crime

405.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Avon is served primarily by AVON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Avon, NY	National Avg
School District	AVON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Avon sees average highs of 32.4°F in January and 81.5°F in July, with 33.6 inches of annual precipitation and 51.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Avon, NY
Average High — January	32.4°F
Average High — July	81.5°F
Annual Precipitation	33.6"
Annual Snowfall	51.7"

Demographics

Metric	Avon, NY	National Avg
Population	3,388	—
Median Age	43.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.9%	22.2%
65 and over	24.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Avon, NY 2 mi South Lima, NY 5 mi Fowlerville, NY 5 mi Lakeville, NY 6 mi Lima, NY 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Avon

Avon, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14414

Avon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avon, NY affordable or expensive?

Avon's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Avon roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $178,400 and median rent is $1,192/month.

What is the crime rate in Avon, NY?

Avon's violent crime rate is 28.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 405.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Avon?

Public schools in Avon are operated by AVON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1. 34.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Avon, NY a good place to live?

Avon, NY has a population of 3,388, a median household income of $71,958, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 Avon?

Avon averages 32.4°F in January and 81.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.6 inches with about 51.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Avon?

Avon, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14414.

What is the population of Avon?

The population of Avon, New York is 3,388 with a median age of 43.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Avon?

Key numbers for living in Avon: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $178,400, median household income $71,958, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Avon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.