New York
Potsdam is a small city in New York with a population of 8,507. Residents earn $32,061 per year, which is 57% below the national average.
Based on current data, Potsdam receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Potsdam stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Potsdam is $32,061, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Potsdam is $144,200, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Potsdam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,061 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,053 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,316 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,766 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,108 |
| County GDP | $2,709M |
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 154 |
| Retail | 157 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,069 |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.60% |
| Commute Time | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
| Census Median | $144,200 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,165 |
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $60 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $819 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 43.3% |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,069 |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.60% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,951/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,729/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6708°N, 74.9835°W |
| County FIPS | 36033 |
Winner: Republican by 9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.7% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,729/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Retail Stores | 157 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |