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Plattsburgh, NY
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Plattsburgh, NY
At a Glance
How Plattsburgh Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plattsburgh's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plattsburgh a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plattsburgh residents earn a median household income of $53,962 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,030. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 299 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plattsburgh is $189,600 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,663. Median rent is $964/month, with 29.6% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Plattsburgh reports 186 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,255/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
38.9% of adults in Plattsburgh hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plattsburgh has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.