What are the schools like in Geneseo, NY?

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

What is the median household income in Geneseo?

The median household income in Geneseo, NY is $37,701 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Geneseo, NY?

Geneseo has an average high temperature of 31.4°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 51.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Geneseo, NY affordable or expensive?

Geneseo's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Geneseo is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $197,200 and the median rent is $984 per month.

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

Geneseo 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 Geneseo, NY a Good Place to Live?

Geneseo is a small town of 7,713 in New York, with a median household income of $37,701 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Geneseo stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Geneseo 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

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

Metric	Geneseo, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$197,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$984	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	39.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,701	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Geneseo'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

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

Metric	Geneseo, NY	National Avg
School District	GENESEO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	51.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Geneseo sees average highs of 31.4°F in January and 80.7°F in July, with 33.1 inches of annual precipitation and 51.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Geneseo, NY
Average High — January	31.4°F
Average High — July	80.7°F
Annual Precipitation	33.1"
Annual Snowfall	51.7"

Demographics

Metric	Geneseo, NY	National Avg
Population	7,713	—
Median Age	21.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	8.6%	22.2%
65 and over	9.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Piffard, NY 3 mi Cuylerville, NY 4 mi Retsof, NY 4 mi Wadsworth, NY 5 mi Leicester, NY 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Geneseo

Geneseo, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14454

Geneseo vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geneseo, NY affordable or expensive?

Geneseo's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Geneseo roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $197,200 and median rent is $984/month.

What is the crime rate in Geneseo, NY?

Geneseo'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 Geneseo?

Public schools in Geneseo are operated by GENESEO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1. 51.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Geneseo, NY a good place to live?

Geneseo, NY has a population of 7,713, a median household income of $37,701, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 Geneseo?

Geneseo averages 31.4°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.1 inches with about 51.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Geneseo?

Geneseo, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14454.

What is the population of Geneseo?

The population of Geneseo, New York is 7,713 with a median age of 21.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Geneseo?

Key numbers for living in Geneseo: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $197,200, median household income $37,701, 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 Geneseo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.