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Central Square, NY
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Central Square, NY
At a Glance
How Central Square Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Central Square's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Central Square a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Central Square residents earn a median household income of $67,232 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,809. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,324 business establishments, including 277 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Central Square is $191,000 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,654. Median rent is $906/month, with 28.1% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Central Square reports 805 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 112% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,982/100K.
Education
26.9% of adults in Central Square hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Central Square has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.