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Rotterdam, NY
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Rotterdam, NY
At a Glance
How Rotterdam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rotterdam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rotterdam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rotterdam residents earn a median household income of $81,830 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,481. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,137 business establishments, including 990 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rotterdam is $203,700 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $313,246. Median rent is $1,212/month, with 26.4% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Rotterdam reports 873 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 130% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,825/100K.
Education
30.7% of adults in Rotterdam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rotterdam has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.