Black River, NY
Full City Profile · New York · St. Lawrence County County
Black River, NY
At a Glance
How Black River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black River residents earn a median household income of $81,111 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,532. The unemployment rate stands at 18.6% (417% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,104 business establishments, including 253 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Black River is $211,000 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $249,591. Median rent is $957/month, with 25.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Black River reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 81/100K.
Education
34.0% of adults in Black River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black River has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches.