Rouses Point, NY
Full City Profile · New York · Grand Isle County County
Rouses Point, NY
At a Glance
How Rouses Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rouses Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rouses Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rouses Point residents earn a median household income of $47,556 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,340. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 299 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rouses Point is $184,400 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $221,060. Median rent is $731/month, with 30.2% 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 1956.
Education
20.6% of adults in Rouses Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rouses Point has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches.