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Black River, NY


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Black River, New York

Black River, New York, in Jefferson county, is 69 miles N of Syracuse, New York (center to center) and 173 miles NE of Buffalo, New York. The village is home to some 1,285 residents.

The People and Families of Black River

In Black River, about 62% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Black River had a median family income of $54,236.

Black River Housing

According to the 2000 census, 67% of the housing in Black River was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Black River.

Commuting

In Black River, 95% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the village it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Black River let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Black River strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Black River Short Commute Times
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Black River Median Family Income
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 19%Black River Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Black River, NY

Comparing Black River to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women84
Racial Diversity86
Well-Paid Single Men84
Female Share of the Population66
Age of the Population54
Male Share of the Population55
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Senior Citizens45

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income95
College Educated Adults85
People in Middle Class or Better85
People Above Poverty86

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work98
Public Transportation Use72
Working at Home44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Affordability of Rents59
People Living Alone34
Housing Recently Built24
Affordability of Property Taxes27
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