Based on the historical population data for the ZIP code 13032 in Canastota, New York, the area has experienced significant fluctuations in population and population density over the past decade. The population peaked in 2010 at 14,026, with a corresponding population density of 164.18 people per square mile. However, from 2011 to 2019, the population steadily declined, reaching a low of 10,117 in 2019, with a population density of 118.42 people per square mile.

Interestingly, the population rebounded in 2020 to 13,605, with a population density of 159.25 people per square mile, suggesting a potential influx of residents or a change in demographic trends. As of 2022, the population has slightly decreased to 13,323, with a population density of 155.95 people per square mile.

Given the ZIP code's size of 85.43 square miles and the 2022 population density of 155.95 people per square mile, the area can be classified as a rural setting. Rural areas typically have population densities between 50 and 500 people per square mile, with larger living spaces, ranging from 1 to 5 acres per household. The lifestyle in such areas is often community-oriented, centered around local schools and small businesses, with activities such as hobby farming, horse ownership, and outdoor recreation.