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Fort Plain, NY
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Fort Plain, NY
At a Glance
How Fort Plain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Plain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Plain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Plain residents earn a median household income of $37,600 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,269. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,248 business establishments, including 104 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Plain is $78,700 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $165,645. Median rent is $746/month, with 34.0% 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
Fort Plain reports 185 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,503/100K.
Education
23.6% of adults in Fort Plain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Plain has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.