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Fort Edward, NY
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Fort Edward, NY
At a Glance
How Fort Edward Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Edward's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Edward a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Edward residents earn a median household income of $62,411 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,678. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,294 business establishments, including 105 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Edward is $128,200 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,652. Median rent is $951/month, with 32.5% 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 1944.
Safety & Crime
Fort Edward reports 172 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,328/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Fort Edward hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Edward has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.