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Watkins Glen, NY
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Watkins Glen, NY
At a Glance
How Watkins Glen Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Watkins Glen's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Watkins Glen a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Watkins Glen residents earn a median household income of $46,279 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,140. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 473 business establishments, including 79 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Watkins Glen is $200,000 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $220,315. Median rent is $793/month, with 23.2% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Watkins Glen reports 278 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,347/100K.
Education
28.4% of adults in Watkins Glen hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Watkins Glen has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.