Cairo, NY

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Population
1,660
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
377 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$237,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,568/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$81,885
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Cairo sits right at the base of the Great Northern Catskills, serving as a convenient hub in central Greene County. For anyone looking to relocate somewhere with a relaxed, small-town atmosphere and quick access to the outdoors, the area offers a comfortable balance. The main hamlet functions as the town's everyday core, bordered by the scenic Catskill Creek. With Route 23 and Route 32 meeting right here, getting around is easy, whether you are heading west into the mountains for skiing in Windham, driving east to the Hudson River waterfront, or commuting north toward Albany.

Daily routines here are simple and self-contained. You will find most essentials right in the center, including a Hannaford supermarket, local eateries, the town library, and Angelo Canna Town Park, which serves as a favorite gathering spot for youth sports, community events, and afternoon walks. While the broader town spreads out across quiet country backroads, the hamlet gives residents a grounded, welcoming neighborhood feel with scenic mountain views right down the road.

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