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Port Henry, NY

New York · Addison County

Port Henry is a small town in New York with a population of 1,403. Residents earn $42,895 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,403 Population 1,009/sq mi density
$42,895 Median Income $31,533 per capita
$159,200 Home Value $138,480 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
172 Violent Crime/100K 2,328 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$42,895 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$159,200 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
172 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,895
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,200
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 172/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.5%
194% higher than US avg

How Port Henry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,403
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,895
Per Capita$31,533
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty36.5%
County GDP$2,305M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,200
RentN/A
Ownership66.5%
Zillow$138,480
Housing Units919
Rent Burden44.0%

Crime

F
Violent172/100K
Property2,328/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking18.0%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation170 ft (52 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+13.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute30 min
Broadband97.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries13

Is Port Henry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Henry receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Port Henry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Henry is $42,895, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Henry is $159,200, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Port Henry is below the national average at 172 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,328 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Henry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Port Henry has a population of 1,403 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55% female and 45% male. The city is predominantly White (92%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.9% of residents, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 30.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,403
Total Population
1,009
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Henry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Henry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Henry is $42,895, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,533 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,155, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,811 business establishments, including 89 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 12.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Port Henry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,895
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,533
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$80,087
Gini Index0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.5%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,811
County GDP$2,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare123
Retail152
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,389
140% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Henry is $159,200, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,480, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 919 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $8,389 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 44.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,480

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden44.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units919
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,389
140% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Port Henry, 37.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.0% report binge drinking. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:887. The dentist ratio is 1:1,879. 65.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Port Henry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:887
Dentists1:1,879
Mental Health1:269
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits56.2%
Premature Death5,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities123
Port Henry has a violent crime rate of 172 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,328 per 100,000, 19% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Port Henry receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Port Henry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent172.2/100K
55% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,328.1/100K
19% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity3.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Port Henry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 170 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation170 ft (52 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Coordinates44.0454°N, 73.4613°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAddison County County
Nearest AirportPatrick Leahy Burlington International (BTV)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score26.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability14.4 / 100
Community Resilience81.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 55 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 145 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 126 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 136 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 126 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 129 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 65 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 114 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 53 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 94 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 113 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 81 km
Aug 24, 2011 13 km ENE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.2 104 km
Feb 1, 2024 6 km WNW of Huntingdon, Canada M3.1 133 km
Sep 21, 1995 3 km W of Huntingdon, Canada M3.1 129 km
Mar 11, 2020 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York M3.1 85 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 121 km
May 24, 2002 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.1 54 km
Oct 13, 1997 18 km NW of Cranberry Lake, New York M3.0 125 km
Mar 2, 1995 3 km ENE of Tupper Lake, New York M3.0 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 288 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 245 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

46 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 13 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 8, 1983 EF2 59 km 0
Jun 11, 1976 EF2 83 km 0
Aug 28, 1973 EF2 79 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 86 km 0
May 29, 1969 EF2 98 km 0
Jul 4, 1963 EF2 97 km 0
May 20, 1962 EF2 99 km 0
Jun 24, 1960 EF2 79 km 0
May 6, 1952 EF2 53 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 91 km 0
Jul 18, 2022 EF1 13 km 0
Mar 26, 2021 EF1 25 km 0
Aug 10, 2020 EF1 85 km 0
May 29, 2020 EF1 93 km 0
May 15, 2020 EF1 99 km 0
May 9, 2009 EF1 82 km 0
Jul 18, 2008 EF1 88 km 0
Aug 21, 1994 EF1 98 km 0
Aug 4, 1992 EF1 75 km 0
Jul 26, 1986 EF1 86 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in

Port Henry has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 19°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.0").

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Port Henry is located in Addison County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 66.4% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 123 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.6%
D 66.4%

Winner: Democrat by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity3.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+13.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyAddison County County

Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Avg Download Speed85.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed18.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities123
Restaurants89
Retail Stores152

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%
Average costs for common services in Port Henry. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit $378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit $216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit $2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning $140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling $270 ($162–$432)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement $324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation $43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4) $647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement $216 ($108–$378)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour) $97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair $432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair $1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested) $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation $540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full) $162 ($81–$270)
Manicure $27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$140)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb) $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly) $76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly) $92 ($54–$162)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$81)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly) $432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming $65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter $324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter $216 ($108–$432)
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Top Industries in Addison County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,817 66 $79,869 1.42
Retail Trade 1,646 157 $40,565 1.06
Accommodation & Food Services 1,146 88 $30,680 0.81
Construction 1,037 228 $65,146 1.27
Professional & Technical Services 736 359 $113,770 0.68
Agriculture & Forestry 691 83 $48,906 5.50
Other Services 424 120 $49,133 0.91
Administrative & Waste Services 379 168 $59,185 0.41
Finance & Insurance 378 60 $82,099 0.60
Transportation & Warehousing 290 36 $55,013 0.44
Arts & Entertainment 125 21 $28,154 0.48
Real Estate 92 28 $51,727 0.38
Mining & Oil/Gas 22 3 $84,686 0.37
Management of Companies 15 16 $238,682 0.06

Schools in Port Henry

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 385 37 10.4:1
CROWN POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL Other 322 20 16.1:1
MORIAH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL High 316 34 9.3:1
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Radio Stations near Port Henry

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
wruv eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Port Henry

2 campgrounds found near Port Henry.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Silver Lake Campground 4.6/5 15 $10
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 19 $15

National Parks Near Port Henry

46 national parks and monuments found near Port Henry.

ParkTypeFee
Ainsworth State Park State Park Free
Alburgh Dunes State Park State Park Free
Allis State Park State Park Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park State Park Free
Bomoseen State Park State Park Free
Bow Arrow Point State Park State Park Free
Branbury State Park State Park Free
Burton Island State Park State Park Free
Button Bay State Park State Park Free
Camels Hump State Park State Park Free
Camp Plymouth State Park State Park Free
Crab Island State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Bay State Park State Park Free
D.A.R. State Park State Park Free
Elmore State Park State Park Free
Emerald Lake State Park State Park Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area State Park Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area State Park Free
Gifford Woods State Park State Park Free
Grand Isle State Park State Park Free
Green River Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Hazens Notch State Park State Park Free
Highgate State Park State Park Free
Jamaica State Park State Park Free
Kingsland Bay State Park State Park Free
Knight Point State Park State Park Free
Lake Carmi State Park State Park Free
Lake Lauderdale Park State Park Free
Lake St. Catherine State Park State Park Free
Law Island State Park State Park Free
Lowell Lake State Park State Park Free
Macomb Reservation State Park State Park Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Moreau Lake State Park State Park Free
Mt. Philo State Park State Park Free
Niquette Bay State Park State Park Free
North Hero State Park State Park Free
Point Au Roche State Park State Park Free
Rock Island State Park State Park Free
Rood State Park State Park Free
Round Pond Natural Area State Park State Park Free
Sandbar State Park State Park Free
Saratoga Spa State Park State Park Free
Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park Free
Weybridge Cave State Park State Park Free
Woods Island State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Port Henry

173+ trails found near Port Henry.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CHANDLER RIDGE 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LEICESTER HOLLOW 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RIDGE 3.4 SNOW
HALFDAN KUHNLE 3.1 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.8 SNOW
SILVER MOOSE 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STEAM MILL 2.5 SNOW
LONG 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.4 SNOW
MT. MOOSALAMOO 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FURNACE BROOK 2.4 SNOW
OAK RIDGE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.3 SNOW
WIDOW'S CLEARING 2.3 SNOW
NORTH BRANCH 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOOSE LOOP 2.1 SNOW
RATTLESNAKE CLIFF 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PUSS AND KILL 2.0 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK BLUEBERRY HILL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUCKER BROOK BLUEBERRY HILL 2.0 SNOW
KEEWAYDIN EAST 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FURNACE BROOK ALTERNATE 1.9 SNOW
CATAMOUNT STEAM MILL RD BYPASS 1.9 SNOW
TURNPIKE 1.9 SNOW
ABBEY POND 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 1.8 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 1.8 SNOW
OAK RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CATAMOUNT - SPRUCE LODGE 1.7 SNOW
OAK RIDGE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FR 54/59 BYPASS 1.5 SNOW
PUSS AND KILL ALTERNATE 1.4 SNOW
BEGINNER'S LOOP 1.4 SNOW
LONG 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOGBACK LOOP 1.3 SNOW
HOGBACK LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GOSHEN DAM 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HOGBACK LOOP 1.2 SNOW
HOGBACK LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GOSHEN DAM 1.2 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUCKER BROOK - HISTORIC 1.1 SNOW
MINNIE BAKER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MINNIE BAKER 1.1 SNOW
WATER TOWER SUNDOWN 1.1 SNOW
WATER TOWER SUNDOWN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HORSESHOE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STEWART 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT ROAD 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 1.0 SNOW
STEWART 1.0 SNOW
WIDOW'S CLEARING 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PUSS AND KILL 1.0 SNOW
SILVER LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TURNPIKE 1.0 SNOW
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OAK RIDGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONG 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY POINT INTERPRETIVE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATER TOWER NORTH STAR 0.9 SNOW
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.9 SNOW
GOSHEN 0.9 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 0.9 SNOW
AUNT JENNY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILVER LAKE 0.9 SNOW
SILVER LAKE 0.9 SNOW
LONG 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PUSS AND KILL ALTERNATE 0.8 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILVER LAKE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PUSS AND KILL EXTENSION 0.7 SNOW
BEGINNER'S LOOP 0.7 SNOW
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.7 SNOW
BURNT HILL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LEE TODD 0.6 SNOW
LONG 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 0.6 SNOW
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 0.6 SNOW
ROCKY POINT INTERPRETIVE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WILLOW RUN 0.6 SNOW
GOSHEN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATER TOWER AFTERNOON DELIGHT 0.6 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONG 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORSKE 0.5 SNOW
NORTH COUNTRY CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 SNOW
STEAM MILL 0.5 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.5 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 Yes
BLUE HERON RUN 0.4 SNOW
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.4 SNOW
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACKBERRY RUN 0.4 SNOW
WATER TOWER CROSSWALK 0.4 SNOW
LONG 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRUCK HILL 0.4 SNOW
A.O.A. 0.4 SNOW
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHANNIE'S LOOP 0.3 SNOW
STEAM MILL 0.3 SNOW
RIDGE 0.3 SNOW
CUB 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATER TOWER TREPIDATION 0.3 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEGINNER'S LOOP 0.3 SNOW
KEEWAYDIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NETTLES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NETTLES 0.3 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.3 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.3 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 SNOW
MINNIE BAKER C-7 CONNECTOR 0.3 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUCKER BROOK - HISTORIC 0.3 SNOW
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 SNOW
ROBERT FROST CONNECTOR 0.2 SNOW
GEORGIE'S PATH 0.2 OTHER Yes
LEICESTER HOLLOW 0.2 SNOW
HOGBACK CUTOFF 0.2 SNOW
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.2 SNOW
LEICESTER HOLLOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEAVER DAM 0.2 SNOW
ROBERT FROST INTERPRETIVE 0.2 SNOW
ROBERT FROST INTERPRETIVE 0.2 OTHER Yes
HOGBACK/BEGINNER'S CUTOFF 0.2 SNOW
HOGBACK/BEGINNER'S CUTOFF 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GOSHEN DAM 0.2 SNOW
LONG 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROBERT FROST UPLAND SPUR 0.2 SNOW
ROBERT FROST UPLAND SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FURNACE BROOK 0.2 SNOW
NORTH BRANCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 0.1 SNOW
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 SNOW
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.1 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW
VOTER BROOK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 SNOW
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LONG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH VISTA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONG 0.1 SNOW
BEAVER POND CROSSING 0.1 SNOW
BEGINNER'S LOOP ALTERNATE 0.1 SNOW
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATER TOWER CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WATER TOWER CONNECTOR 0.1 SNOW
MOUNT HORRID - GREAT CLIFF 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAVER POND CUTOFF 0.1 SNOW
GREAT CLIFF CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ZIP 0.1 SNOW
SKYLIGHT POND TRAIL WEST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.1 SNOW
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW
HORSESHOE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.0 OTHER Yes
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.0 SNOW
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILVER LAKE 0.0 SNOW
STEWART 0.0 SNOW
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BURNT HILL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Port Henry

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT TICONDEROGAHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185852821$2,865,708
LAKE CHAMPLAIN MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8024752022$1,341,077
ROXEBY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8028773406$320,173
ESSEX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5188736466$171,685
PENFIELD HOMESTEAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5185973804$105,949
TICONDEROGA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185857868$72,254
ESSEX COMMUNITY HERITAGE ORGANIZATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5189637088$9,598
MOUNT INDEPENDENCE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$2,650
ADDISON TOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BRIDPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CROWN POINT STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185974666
DAR JOHN STRONG MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6656 VERMONT 178027592309
FERRISBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IRON CENTER THE/ TOWN OF MORIAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185463587
MORIAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOUNT INDEPENDENCE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION497 MOUNT INDEPENDENCE ROAD8027592412
MT INDEPENDENCE STATE HISTORICHISTORIC PRESERVATION8029482000
SHOREHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONP O BOX 156 ROUTE 22-A
TICONDEROGA HERITAGE MUSEUM MONTCALM STGENERAL MUSEUM137 MONTCALM STREET
WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Port Henry

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIXBY MEMORIAL258 MAIN ST.0.036,192
TICONDEROGA BLACK WATCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY99 MONTCALM STREET0.034,371
WESTPORT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION6 HARRIS LANE0.07,600
SHERMAN FREE LIBRARY20 CHURCH STREET0.07,254
ELIZABETHTOWN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION8256 RIVER STREET0.05,096
PLATT MEMORIAL279 MAIN ST.0.05,044
ORWELL FREE LIBRARY473 MAIN ST.0.03,276
HAMMOND LIBRARY OF CROWN POINT, N. Y.2732 MAIN STREET0.02,755
WADHAMS FREE LIBRARY763 NYS ROUTE 220.01,650

Farmers Markets in Port Henry

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Elizabethtown Farmers' Marketbehind Adirondack History Center Museum05/16/2014 to 10/10/2014Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Port Henry Farmers' MarketMain St.06/25/2014 to 08/27/2014Wed: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
TICONDEROGA AREA FARMERS MARKETRoute 9N, Southwest of the Liberty Monument07/05/2014 to 10/11/2014Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Vergennes Farmers MarketKennedy Brothers, 11 Main Street06/01/2017 to 10/05/2017Thu: 4:00 AM-7:30 PM;

Ski Resorts Near Port Henry

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Killington 126.0 23 1,285 $90 November - May Yes
Sugarbush 87.0 16 1,240 $83 November - April Yes
Whiteface-Lake Placid 35.0 11 1,340 $79 November - April Yes

Pharmacies in Port Henry

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MORIAH PHARMACY 4315 MAIN STREET 518-546-7244

Daycare Centers in Port Henry

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - AGE CHILD CARE
39 VIKING LANE
SCHOOL BASED — SACC (518) 546-3301 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Port Henry

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
TOWN OF MORIAH MORIAHEV13258 Broad StChargePoint Network2J1772public
TOWN OF MORIAH MORIAHEV23252 Broad StChargePoint Network2J1772public
TOWN OF MORIAH MORIAHEV33252 Broad StChargePoint Network2J1772public
War Cannon2849 New York 9NLIVINGSTON10J1772public

Cell Towers in Port Henry

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Belfry Mountain Road (163744)LTOWER61
Belfry Mountain Cell Site 2.5 miles SW of Dalton Hill and Lincoln Pond RoadTOWER52
Mt. Defliance Cell Site Mt. Defliance, Mt Difliance RoadTOWER27

Fire Stations in Port Henry

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bridport Volunteer Fire DepartmentCrown Point RDVolunteer802-758-2483
Crown Point Fire Department2764 Main STVolunteer518-597-3211
Moriah Volunteer Fire Department630 Tarbell Hill RDVolunteer518-546-7837
Port Henry Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.14 Church STVolunteer518-546-7771

Bridges in Port Henry

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1941343,967F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2008653,419F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19822653,388F
Arch (Thru)Steel20112,2043,388G
Arch (Thru)Steel20112,2043,388G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1934743,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19931532,625F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2008572,625G
OtherConcrete1936491,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197841811P
SlabConcrete continuous191526734F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194132734P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201476604G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete192632517F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199472427F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199765427F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193864400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196035294F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193035247P
SlabPrestressed concrete191934200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198462120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194933100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19194250F
CulvertConcrete20224040G
CulvertSteel19803039G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19955626G

Amtrak Stations in Port Henry

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Ferrisburgh-Vergennes, VT49 Park LaneTRAIN
Port Henry, NY20 Park PlaceTRAIN
Ticonderoga, NYNYS Hwy 74 and Sandy RedoubtTRAIN
Westport, NY6705 Main StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Port Henry

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adirondack Regional AirportSLKMedium Airport
Floyd Bennett Memorial AirportGFLMedium Airport
Patrick Leahy Burlington International AirportBTVMedium Airport
Plattsburgh International AirportPBGMedium Airport
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional AirportRUTMedium Airport
Adirondack Airpark Estates AirportSmall Airport
Allenholm AirportSmall Airport
Ass-Pirin Acres AirportSmall Airport
Axinn AirportSmall Airport
Bailey AirportSmall Airport
Basin Harbor AirportSmall Airport
Bennetts AirportSmall Airport
Bonebender AirportSmall Airport
Bostwick Farm AirportSmall Airport
Brisson AirportSmall Airport
Catalano AirfieldSmall Airport
Cub FieldSmall Airport
Davis Private AirportSmall Airport
E.A.Deeds Farm AirportSmall Airport
Frogs End AirportSmall Airport
Granville AirportSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
High Banks Farm Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
Holloway AirportSmall Airport
Hulett Landing StripSmall Airport
Ketcham Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
Lake Placid AirportLKPSmall Airport
Little Goose Farm AirportSmall Airport
Mach Personal StripSmall Airport
Manning Personal AirstripSmall Airport
Marcy FieldSmall Airport
Maule's Roost AirportSmall Airport
Meadow STOLportSmall Airport
Melrose Springs AirfieldSmall Airport
Middlebury State AirportSmall Airport
Mortimer Brown LandingSmall Airport
Mountain View AirparkSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Muddy Paw AirportSmall Airport
Northway AirportSmall Airport
Savage Island AirportSmall Airport
Schroon Lake AirportSmall Airport
Secret Spot AirportSmall Airport
Shaw Meadow AirportSmall Airport
Shelburne AirportSmall Airport
Shelburne Farms AirportSmall Airport
Sky Acres AirportSmall Airport
Smith AirportSmall Airport
Spencer AirportSmall Airport
Symon AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Port Henry

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Moriah Police Dept.
State Police

Grocery Stores in Port Henry

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
5 Eleven Deli MartConvenience Store2781 Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18555Other4375 Main St
Stewart's Shops 103Convenience Store4308 Main St

Post Offices in Port Henry

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moriah Post Office 12960
Port Henry Post Office 12974

Treatment Centers in Port Henry

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Essex County Community Services - Essex County Mental HealthBoth518-873-3670
SaVida HealthSubstance Abuse802-870-0662

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Henry

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF MORIAH12 ST PATRICKS PLACE
CROWN POINT BIBLE CHURCH1800 CREEK RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Henry

What is the population of Port Henry?

Port Henry has a population of 1,403 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 1,009 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55% female and 45% male.

Is Port Henry expensive to live in?

Port Henry is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $42,895, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $159,200 (44% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Port Henry safe?

Port Henry is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 172 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,328 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Port Henry receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Port Henry?

Port Henry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Port Henry?

Port Henry has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,155. There are 1,811 business establishments in the area, including 89 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 12.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port Henry?

The median home value in Port Henry is $159,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,480. The homeownership rate is 66.5%. The average annual property tax is $8,389.

How are the schools in Port Henry?

Schools in Port Henry score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Port Henry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Port Henry?

The obesity rate in Port Henry is 37.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 65.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:887.

What is transportation like in Port Henry?

The average commute in Port Henry is 30 minutes. 75.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port Henry?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Henry is 92% White. 88.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 30.8% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

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