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Port Leyden, NY

New York

Port Leyden is a small town in New York with a population of 680. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
680 Population 1,015/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $19,567 per capita
$98,200 Home Value $146,267 Zillow
$579 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,200 home value, $579/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $579
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,015/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$19,567
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$1,659M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,200
Rent$579
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,267
Housing Units276
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking16.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries10

Is Port Leyden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Leyden receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Port Leyden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Leyden is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Leyden is $98,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Leyden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 127.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Port Leyden has a population of 680 with a density of 1,015 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

680
Total Population
1,015
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Leyden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Leyden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Leyden is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Port Leyden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$62,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)600
County GDP$1,659M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare41
Retail73
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Leyden is $98,200, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $579 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,267.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,200
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,267

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$579
50% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

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

Owner-Occupied56.4%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate5.86%
In Port Leyden, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,476
Dentists1:5,340
Mental Health1:466
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Port Leyden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall127.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,015/sq mi
Coordinates43.5847°N, 75.3400°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,015/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants65
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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