What are the schools like in Canaseraga, NY?

Canaseraga is served primarily by CANASERAGA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.3:1.

What is the median household income in Canaseraga?

The median household income in Canaseraga, NY is $69,444 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.5%.

What is the weather like in Canaseraga, NY?

Canaseraga has an average high temperature of 34.6°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Canaseraga, NY affordable or expensive?

Canaseraga's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Canaseraga is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $71,700 and the median rent is $1,475 per month.

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

Canaseraga has a violent crime rate of 21.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Canaseraga, NY a Good Place to Live?

Canaseraga is a small town of 431 in New York, with a median household income of $69,444 and a 10.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Canaseraga stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Canaseraga 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: 96.5

Canaseraga's overall cost of living index is 96.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Canaseraga costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Canaseraga, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$71,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,475	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	90.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,444	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Canaseraga's violent crime rate is 21.7 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

21.7 /100k

Property Crime

0.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Canaseraga is served primarily by CANASERAGA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Canaseraga, NY	National Avg
School District	CANASERAGA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Canaseraga sees average highs of 34.6°F in January and 83.2°F in July, with 31.4 inches of annual precipitation and 35.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Canaseraga, NY
Average High — January	34.6°F
Average High — July	83.2°F
Annual Precipitation	31.4"
Annual Snowfall	35.6"

Demographics

Metric	Canaseraga, NY	National Avg
Population	431	—
Median Age	46.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.0%	22.2%
65 and over	23.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Arkport, NY 6 mi Dansville, NY 8 mi Cumminsville, NY 8 mi Woodsville, NY 8 mi Byersville, NY 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Canaseraga

Canaseraga, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14822

Canaseraga vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canaseraga, NY affordable or expensive?

Canaseraga's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Canaseraga roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $71,700 and median rent is $1,475/month.

What is the crime rate in Canaseraga, NY?

Canaseraga's violent crime rate is 21.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 0.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Canaseraga?

Public schools in Canaseraga are operated by CANASERAGA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.3:1. 8.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Canaseraga, NY a good place to live?

Canaseraga, NY has a population of 431, a median household income of $69,444, and an unemployment rate of 10.5%. 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 Canaseraga?

Canaseraga averages 34.6°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 31.4 inches with about 35.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Canaseraga?

Canaseraga, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14822.

What is the population of Canaseraga?

The population of Canaseraga, New York is 431 with a median age of 46.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Canaseraga?

Key numbers for living in Canaseraga: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $71,700, median household income $69,444, crime index 3 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Canaseraga side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.