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Living in Port Jervis, NY

Port Jervis, a small town in New York, has a population of slightly less than 9,000. The town's residents, at an average age of just under 39, are younger than most cities in New York. Homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Port Jervis by a slim 53%-47% margin. With a relatively low average rent of $981 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in New York. Over the course of a year, renters in Port Jervis will save around $3,600 compared to the state average.

Many Port Jervis residents work in one of three industries: healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Together, these industries make up 22% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in transportation, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of just over $62K, Port Jervis workers take home less than their peers elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Port Jervis has a relatively high number of residents older than 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (24%) compared to the national average. Additionally, 8% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Port Jervis has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 35% of workers, while public transit isn't widely used. Walking (4%) isn't a common means of commuting to work, though the number exceeds the national average.

Who Lives Here

Port Jervis Demographics

Education

High School

34%

Associate's

19%

Bachelor's

8%

Master's

5%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

48%

3 people

22%

4 people

16%

5 people

10%

6+ people

4%

Household Income

0-50k

53%

50-100k

24%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

5%

200k+

3%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

12%

20-45

28%

45-65

31%

65+

17%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Port Jervis?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$1625$1450-
Aug '23-$1300$1450-
Jul '23-$1625$1650-
Jun '23-$1625$1450-
May '23-$1625$1450-
Apr '23-$1413$1450-
Mar '23-$1200$1500-
Feb '23-$1200$1500-
Jan '23-$1200$1500-
Dec '22-$1200$1500-
Nov '22-$1150$1650-
Oct '22-$1150$1600-
Sep '22-$1195$1600-

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Port Jervis

Port Jervis Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

42%

15-30 Mins

19%

30-40 Mins

15%

40-60 Mins

13%

60+ Mins

11%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4545

Walk Score®

Percentage: 4242

Bike Score®

Port Jervis Education

Schools

Top Schools in Port Jervis

6/10
NRNo Rating
5/10

Otisville Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Wantage Elementary School

Grades 3-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

Clifton E Lawrence

Grades PK-2 • Public

3/10

Maple Hill Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Port Jervis, NY

Port Jervis, a small town in New York, has a population of slightly less than 9,000. The town's residents, at an average age of just under 39, are younger than most cities in New York. Homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Port Jervis by a slim 53%-47% margin. With a relatively low average rent of $981 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in New York. Over the course of a year, renters in Port Jervis will save around $3,600 compared to the state average.

Many Port Jervis residents work in one of three industries: healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Together, these industries make up 22% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in transportation, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of just over $62K, Port Jervis workers take home less than their peers elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Port Jervis has a relatively high number of residents older than 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (24%) compared to the national average. Additionally, 8% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Port Jervis has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 35% of workers, while public transit isn't widely used. Walking (4%) isn't a common means of commuting to work, though the number exceeds the national average.