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Silver Creek, NY
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Silver Creek, NY
At a Glance
How Silver Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Silver Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Silver Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Silver Creek residents earn a median household income of $66,250 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,615. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,224 business establishments, including 330 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Silver Creek is $119,500 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,347. Median rent is $918/month, with 19.7% 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
Silver Creek reports 358 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,963/100K.
Education
28.6% of adults in Silver Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Silver Creek has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.