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West Carthage, NY
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West Carthage, NY
At a Glance
How West Carthage Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Carthage's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Carthage a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Carthage residents earn a median household income of $49,074 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,214. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 600 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Carthage is $172,900 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,709. Median rent is $945/month, with 24.6% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
West Carthage reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 216/100K.
Education
21.3% of adults in West Carthage hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Carthage has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.