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Whitney Point, NY
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Whitney Point, NY
At a Glance
How Whitney Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whitney Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whitney Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whitney Point residents earn a median household income of $44,526 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,892. The unemployment rate stands at 19.1% (431% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,376 business establishments, including 504 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whitney Point is $140,200 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,473. Median rent is $816/month, with 26.1% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Whitney Point reports 660 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,430/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Whitney Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whitney Point has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.