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Plattsburgh West, NY
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Plattsburgh West, NY
At a Glance
How Plattsburgh West Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plattsburgh West's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plattsburgh West a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plattsburgh West residents earn a median household income of $60,703 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,254. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,948 business establishments, including 187 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plattsburgh West is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,663. Median rent is $903/month, with 24.1% 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 1993.
Safety & Crime
Plattsburgh West 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
8.3% of adults in Plattsburgh West hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 79.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plattsburgh West has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.