Canandaigua, NY Utility & Living Guide

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Canandaigua, NY Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E)
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E)
💧 Water

$45/mo

Canandaigua City Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Casella Waste Systems
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Canandaigua is competitive, with steady demand for lakefront properties. Prices have risen about 8% year-over-year, but remain more affordable than nearby Rochester.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 4% + County 3.5% + City 0%</p>

New York State income tax ranges from 4% to 8.82% based on income brackets.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3.2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (Historically Republican county trending Democratic in recent elections)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in healthcare, tourism, and education
Top Local Concerns
Housing affordability, lake water quality, downtown parking
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit (Canandaigua Area Transit), but downtown is walkable with decent sidewalks.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Roseland Waterpark
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    Sonnenberg Gardens
  • 🎯
    CMAC Performing Arts Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The North Shore offers lake access and top schools. Bristol Woods is popular for newer construction and family-friendly amenities.

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📊 Canandaigua — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$52,365
👤 Median Age
41.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
48.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
52.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
8.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.4%
📡 Internet Access
82.2%
🎓 College Educated
34.1%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating costs can double gas bills from December-February. Summer sees moderate AC use with peak electric bills in July-August.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

14424 ZIP has millage rate of 32.5 per $1,000. No additional local surtaxes beyond county rates.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good downtown sidewalks and park access, but some hills and limited elevator access in older buildings.

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