Caroga town, New York
Caroga town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Caroga town is a geographic entity located in Fulton County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,238. The land area covers 50.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,238 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.4 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 494 | ±85 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,590 | ±124 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 494 | ±85 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,096 | ±120 |
| Median Home Value | $172,300 | ±$25,153 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,395 | ±$18,222 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,069 | ±$6,339 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 73 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 480 | ±126 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.8% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,241 (2024)
ID: 170827
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 328, CAROGA LAKE NY 12032-0328
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GUS Population: 52,073 (2024)
ID: 139354
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR PLANNER
223 W MAIN ST, JOHNSTOWN NY 12095-2309
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | GLOVERSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DOLGEVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | FONDA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FONDA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FONDA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FORT PLAIN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLOVERSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GLOVERSVILLE, NY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | JOHNSTOWN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FORT PLAIN, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fulton-Montgomery Community College
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College | 15.9 mi away | 2805 State Hwy 67, Johnstown, NY, 12095-3790 |
5187623622
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GLOVERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 58 EAST FULTON STREET, GLOVERSVILLE, NY, 12078 |
(518) 725-2819
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Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 24.5 mi away | 420 East German Street, Herkimer, NY, 13350 |
3158672206
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JOHNSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 38 SOUTH MARKET STREET, JOHNSTOWN, NY, 12095 |
(518) 762-8317
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MARGARET REANEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 19 KINGSBURY AVENUE, ST. JOHNSVILLE, NY, 13452 |
(518) 568-7822
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DOLGEVILLE-MANHEIM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 24 NORTH MAIN STREET, DOLGEVILLE, NY, 13329 |
(315) 429-3421
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KIRBY FREE LIBRARY OF SALISBURY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 105 STATE ROUTE 29A, SALISBURY CENTER, NY, 13454 |
(315) 429-9006
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FROTHINGHAM FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 28 WEST MAIN STREET, FONDA, NY, 12068 |
(518) 853-3016
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FORT PLAIN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 19 WILLETT STREET, FORT PLAIN, NY, 13339 |
(518) 993-4646
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CANAJOHARIE LIBRARY AND ART GALLERY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 2 ERIE BOULEVARD, CANAJOHARIE, NY, 13317 |
(518) 673-2314
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GLOVERSVILLE 7NW (PECK LAKE), NY US, located 5.4 miles from Caroga town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.5° | 7.1° | 15.8° | 3.87" | — |
| February | 27.1° | 7.8° | 17.4° | 3.48" | — |
| March | 35.3° | 16.4° | 25.8° | 3.72" | — |
| April | 48.1° | 29.4° | 38.8° | 4.35" | — |
| May | 62.9° | 42.1° | 52.5° | 4.47" | — |
| June | 71.5° | 51.9° | 61.7° | 4.91" | — |
| July | 76.7° | 55.8° | 66.2° | 4.83" | — |
| August | 73.1° | 53.9° | 63.5° | 4.10" | — |
| September | 66.9° | 46.3° | 56.6° | 4.34" | — |
| October | 53.0° | 35.6° | 44.3° | 4.87" | — |
| November | 40.5° | 25.1° | 32.8° | 3.65" | — |
| December | 30.4° | 15.7° | 23.1° | 4.14" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caroga Lake CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Gloversville city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
| Johnstown city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| St. Johnsville village | Village | 12.4 mi | — |
| Salisbury Center CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Dolgeville village | Village | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3603512573. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.