Dix town, New York
Dix town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dix town is a geographic entity located in Schuyler County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,485. The land area covers 36.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,485 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.1 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,635 | ±119 | 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 | 2,026 | ±149 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,635 | ±119 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $165,000 | ±$13,918 |
| Median Gross Rent | $718 | ±$172 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,668 | ±$8,263 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,704 | ±$2,952 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 443 | ±117 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9% | ±5.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,567 | ±138 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±1.5% |
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: 3,538 (2024)
ID: 171001
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP CLERK
304 7TH STREET, WATKINS GLEN NY 14891-0000
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GUS Population: 17,121 (2024)
ID: 170435
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
105 9TH ST, UNIT 1, WATKINS GLEN NY 14891-1435
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | MONTOUR FALLS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BIG FLATS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BRADFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PAINTED POST, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | HORSEHEADS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | TRUMANSBURG, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ELMIRA HEIGHTS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ELMIRA HEIGHTS, NY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CORNING, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CORNING, 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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Schuyler Steuben Chemung Tioga Allegany BOCES
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College Vocational | 13.2 mi away | 459 Philo Road, Elmira, NY, 14903 |
6077393581
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MONTOUR FALLS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 406 W MAIN STREET, MONTOUR FALLS, NY, 14865 |
(607) 535-7489
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Arnot Ogden Medical Center
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College | 16.5 mi away | 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY, 14905-1676 |
6077374153
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WATKINS GLEN CEN SCH DIS FREE PUB LIB
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 610 SOUTH DECATUR STREET, WATKINS GLEN, NY, 14891 |
(607) 535-2346
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Elmira College
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College | 17.0 mi away | One Park Place, Elmira, NY, 14901 |
6077351800
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DUTTON S PETERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 106 FIRST ST., ODESSA, NY, 14869 |
(607) 594-2719
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SUNY Corning Community College
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College | 17.5 mi away | 1 Academic Drive, Corning, NY, 14830 |
6079629222
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HORSEHEADS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 405 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HORSEHEADS, NY, 14845 |
(607) 739-4581
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Ithaca College
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College | 21.6 mi away | 953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850-7002 |
6072743011
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BIG FLATS LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 78 CANAL STREET, BIG FLATS, NY, 14814 |
(607) 562-3300
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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 MECKLENBURG 4SW, NY US, located 10.3 miles from Dix town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.2° | 14.4° | 22.3° | 2.30" | — |
| February | 32.5° | 15.2° | 23.8° | 2.02" | — |
| March | 39.5° | 20.8° | 30.2° | 2.70" | — |
| April | 53.3° | 32.2° | 42.7° | 3.33" | — |
| May | 66.5° | 42.7° | 54.6° | 3.15" | — |
| June | 74.2° | 51.8° | 63.0° | 4.25" | — |
| July | 79.1° | 56.2° | 67.6° | 3.86" | — |
| August | 77.1° | 54.7° | 65.9° | 3.72" | — |
| September | 70.6° | 48.3° | 59.5° | 4.08" | — |
| October | 58.0° | 38.8° | 48.4° | 4.08" | — |
| November | 45.7° | 30.0° | 37.8° | 2.76" | — |
| December | 35.3° | 21.4° | 28.3° | 2.64" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montour Falls village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Watkins Glen village | Village | 3.6 mi | — |
| Millport village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Odessa village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Burdett village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Pine Valley CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3609720676. • 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.