Herkimer, NY

Herkimer, New York

Herkimer, New York, in Herkimer county, is 13 miles E of Utica, New York (center to center) and 163 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. Part of the surrounding Utica - Rome metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Herkimer is home to some 7,498 residents.

The People and Families of Herkimer

In Herkimer, about 38% of adults are married. People in Herkimer have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The village somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

You'll see many senior citizens in Herkimer.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Herkimer had a median family income of $38,892.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Herkimer.

Herkimer Housing

According to the 2000 census, 50% of the housing in Herkimer was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Herkimer, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the village. In Herkimer you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Herkimer, 86% 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.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 7%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 9%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 13%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Herkimer, NY

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Herkimer Almanac

Herkimer Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Herkimer Public Libraries

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Herkimer Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Herkimer residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Herkimer, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Wal-Mart in Herkimer

Herkimer High Schools (2004)

HERKIMER HS
801 W GERMAN ST
315-866-1770
Serves 684 students.

Herkimer Colleges

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Herkimer County Community College

(List of All New York Colleges)

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