Oneonta, New York
Quick Statistics
Oneonta is a community in Otsego County, New York, home to about 15,045 people spread across 4.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $21,915 a year, and a typical home is worth about $184,100. About 56.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the New York towns GeoStat tracks, Oneonta ranks number 129 of 1,289 in population, number 939 in median household income, number 779 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Oneonta typically top out near 73°F in July, while January nights average about 14°F. The area sees roughly 86 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Oneonta, NY | 0.2 mi. | 5,229 |
| 2. | Laurens, NY | 5.4 mi. | 2,424 |
| 3. | Otego, NY | 6.7 mi. | 3,115 |
| 4. | Franklin, NY | 9.3 mi. | 1,140 |
| 5. | Franklin, NY | 9.3 mi. | 2,411 |
| 6. | Meredith, NY | 9.5 mi. | 1,529 |
| 7. | Maryland, NY | 10.8 mi. | 1,897 |
| 8. | New Lisbon, NY | 11.0 mi. | 1,114 |
What is the population of Oneonta, New York?
Oneonta has a population of about 15,045 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Oneonta, New York in?
Oneonta is located in Otsego County, New York.
What is the median home value in Oneonta, New York?
The median home value in Oneonta is about $184,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Oneonta, New York?
The median personal income in Oneonta is about $21,915 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Oneonta, New York?
Since 1950, 13 tornadoes have been recorded in Otsego County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Oneonta, New York?
Typical July highs run about 73 degrees and January lows about 14 degrees, with around 86 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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