Lackawanna, NY
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Lackawanna, NY
At a Glance
How Lackawanna Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lackawanna's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lackawanna a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lackawanna residents earn a median household income of $48,185 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,448. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 25,097 business establishments, including 2,341 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lackawanna is $126,500 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $232,351. Median rent is $823/month, with 30.3% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Lackawanna reports 395 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,560/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in Lackawanna hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lackawanna has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.