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Plattsburgh, New York

city · Clinton County

At a glance

19,830
Population
$195,900
Median home value (all homes)
35% below U.S. median
$258,665
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,030/mo
Median rent
24% below U.S. median
$57,630
Median household income
27% below U.S. median
16.6 min
Average commute
87.7%
Homes with broadband
50.37%
Locations with fiber available
5.9%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 97 — 3% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing18% below
Goods & services2% below
Utilities20% below
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost37% below
For business: New York is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college1 mi
Nearest community college4 mi
Nearest technical college1 mi
High school graduates92.2%
College graduates40.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Plattsburgh Community Development
The City of Plattsburgh's Community Development department aims to improve the quality of life for residents by identifying and pursuing state and federal funded housing, economic development, public facilities, infrastructure, recreation, and community planning projects. It supports downtown and waterfront revitalization and builds intergovernmental partnerships to stimulate investment and sustainable development.
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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