Carthage, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,546 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,356 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$126,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$776 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
2
Watertown-Fort Drum Metro Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
3
Watertown-Fort Drum Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 38 16
Feb 3 31 19
Mar 3 18 28
Apr 3 6 42
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 4 12 36
Dec 4 36 23

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 42% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (42%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, NY State Senate District 49, NY Assembly District 117, NY
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Schools

Carthage Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Carthage Senior High School
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Carthage Middle School
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Jefferson Community College
16 miles, NW • 1.4 star
St Lawrence University
47 miles, NE • 3.2 star
SUNY College of Technology at Canton
48 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lewis County General Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
Samaritan Medical Center
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Gouverneur Hospital
25 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Watertown International Airport
21 miles, NW • 1 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
49 miles, NE • 1 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
112 miles, SW • 1 star
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