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Sparrow Bush, NY
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Sparrow Bush, NY
At a Glance
How Sparrow Bush Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sparrow Bush's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sparrow Bush a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sparrow Bush residents earn a median household income of $55,820 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,969. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,624 business establishments, including 285 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparrow Bush is $215,300 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $343,648. Median rent is $1,325/month, with 34.5% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Sparrow Bush reports 267 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,396/100K.
Education
27.1% of adults in Sparrow Bush hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparrow Bush has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.