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Carthage, NY
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Carthage, NY
At a Glance
How Carthage Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carthage's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carthage a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carthage residents earn a median household income of $58,356 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,859. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 600 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carthage is $126,300 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,709. Median rent is $959/month, with 24.7% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Carthage reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 216/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Carthage hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 82.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carthage has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.