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Port Jervis, NY
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Port Jervis, NY
At a Glance
How Port Jervis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Jervis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Jervis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Jervis residents earn a median household income of $50,721 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,108. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,624 business establishments, including 285 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Jervis is $220,700 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $308,317. Median rent is $1,247/month, with 46.6% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Port Jervis reports 434 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,607/100K. The murder rate is 11.7/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Port Jervis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Jervis has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.