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Fort Drum, NY Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Silas Ross

Things Fort Drum needs to improve

Hello, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,563 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 16,124 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking ...

4 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Brielle Turner

Is Fort Drum good for remote workers?

OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 16,124, Fort Drum is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks in advance! The weather takes some getting used to...

7 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Sebastian Martin

Living in Fort Drum -the reality

Hey, I've been here for 3 years and It's a a small town city with about 16,124 people. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has i...

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Aaliyah Garcia

Moving to Fort Drum -what should I know?

I'm originally from Sacramento and Household incomes average around $63,194 in Fort Drum. Rent is about $1,563/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be grea...

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Naomi Turner

Best industries in Fort Drum right now

Hey everyone, The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Aaliyah G.

Commute times in Fort Drum -how bad?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. With a population of 16,124, Fort Drum is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. W...

3 replies 15 upvotes jobs
violet_lover

Is Fort Drum good for remote workers?

Hey, Just moved here 6 months ago and Median household income is $63,194, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What do you all think? ...

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