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Watertown, New York

Introduction to Watertown, New York

Watertown, New York, in Jefferson county, is 65 miles N of Syracuse, New York and 167 miles NE of Buffalo, New York. As of the year 2000 census, 26,705 people lived in Watertown.

Watertown History

In 1800, pioneers from New Hampshire settled in the area that is presently known as Watertown. They selected in this area because of its proximity to the Black River. They had envisioned developing an industrial center that could be powered by the Black River. By the middle of the 19th century, the area had some major industries, including many paper mills. Watertown went on to be incorporated as a village in 1816 and as a city in 1869.

Watertown and nearby Attractions

  • Thompson Park
  • Thompson Park Zoo
  • Jefferson County Historical Society
  • Sci-Tech Center
  • Watertown Golf Club
  • Ives Hill Country Club

Things To Do In Watertown

Watertown is home to several architecturally significant buildings. One of them is the Jefferson County Courthouse, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Along with its rich architectural heritage, the city has a compact and walkable retail area. The neighborhood also has a couple of standard golf courses.

Watertown Transportation

Watertown International Airport is nearby.

Watertown Higher Education

Higher studies can be pursued at the local Jefferson Community College. Other nearby institutions include SUNY College and Le Moyne College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Watertown Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Watertown Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 17%Watertown Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Watertown, NY

Comparing Watertown 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
Female Share of the Population87
Senior Citizens86
Children Under 5 Years Old810
Age of the Population42
Racial Diversity37
Male Share of the Population34
Well-Paid Single Men22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size33
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults34
People Above Poverty21
People in Middle Class or Better21
Median Family Income21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work78
Public Transportation Use55
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Affordability of Rents99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Affordability of Property Taxes59
Seasonal and Vacation Housing53
Housing Recently Built13
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