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Port Leyden, NY
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Port Leyden, NY
At a Glance
How Port Leyden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Leyden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Leyden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Leyden residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,567. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 600 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Leyden is $98,200 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,267. Median rent is $579/month, with 25.8% 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 Leyden reports 86 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,916/100K.
Education
4.7% of adults in Port Leyden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.