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Stillwater, New York

village · Putnam County (primary) , Chautauqua County, Essex County, Herkimer County, Oswego County, Saratoga County

At a glance

1,874
Population
$271,900
Median home value (all homes)
10% below U.S. median
$580,602
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$1,154/mo
Median rent
14% below U.S. median
$90,060
Median household income
15% above U.S. median
29.8 min
Average commute
92%
Homes with broadband
79.93%
Locations with fiber available
4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 112 — 12% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing7% above
Goods & services8% above
Utilities17% above
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost13% above
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 college12 mi
Nearest community college14 mi
Nearest technical college11 mi
High school graduates89.7%
College graduates26.1%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Putnam county
The Putnam County Economic Development Corporation (PCEDC) is the one-stop shop for companies considering relocating to or expanding in Putnam County. It promotes the economic vitality of Putnam County and works with Commercial Realtors and an array of online resources in the region.
region Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation
The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation is the leading economic development organization in New York’s Hudson Valley region, serving eight counties and acting as a resource for businesses locating to or expanding within the region.
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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