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Herkimer, New York

village · Herkimer County

At a glance

7,566
Population
$133,200
Median home value (all homes)
56% below U.S. median
$206,905
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$821/mo
Median rent
39% below U.S. median
$48,529
Median household income
38% below U.S. median
20.1 min
Average commute
87.1%
Homes with broadband
1.06%
Locations with fiber available
5.5%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 93 — 7% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing38% below
Goods & services1% below
Utilities7% above
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost23% below
For business: New York is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Colleges in town:
Nearest 4-year college15 mi
Nearest community college1 mi
Nearest technical college2 mi
High school graduates88.3%
College graduates15.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Wayne County Industrial Development Agency
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA) aims to develop, promote and advance economic growth, well-being, and sustainable communities in Wayne County.
state Lysander  Economic Development
The Town of Lysander Economic Development page describes Lysander as home to companies and organizations of all sizes and highlights resources for easy access to transportation, land for expansion, water supply, and a skilled workforce.
state Queensbury Economic Development
The Town of Queensbury's Economic Development Department aims to maintain a diversified and sustainable local economy by supporting existing businesses and attracting new ones, and offers assistance to individuals and companies wishing to do business in Queensbury.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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