Fort Drum

NY

Jefferson County, New York

Population 115K |Median income $66,301 |4 hospitals

Population
115,040
Jefferson County
Median Income
$66,301
Near average
Median Home Value
$188,200
-17% vs avg
Median Age
33.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
115K-3%
Median Income
$66,301+43%
Median Home Value
$188,200+43%
Poverty Rate
13.7%-11%
Unemployment
4.9%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,213/mo
Poverty Rate
13.7% -4% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.5%
Work From Home 7.7%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 82.5%
African American 4.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%
Asian 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.4%
Obesity
37.8%
High Blood Pressure
30.8%
Physical Inactivity
25.4%
Binge Drinking
20.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Current Smoking
13.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.8%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Diabetes
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.4%
Dental Visit 57.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
1
SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER
WATERTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Fort Drum Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Fort Drum, NY? ▼
Fort Drum, NY has a population of 115,040 people, located in Jefferson County, New York.
What is the median household income in Fort Drum? ▼
The median household income in Fort Drum, NY is $66,301 per year. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
What is the median home value in Fort Drum? ▼
The median home value in Fort Drum, NY is $188,200. Median rent is $1,213/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Drum? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Drum include Short Sleep Duration (42.4%), Obesity (37.8%), High Blood Pressure (30.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Fort Drum? ▼
Fort Drum has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Fort Drum? ▼
The median age in Fort Drum, NY is 33.7 years. 26.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Drum, NY is located in Jefferson County, New York. With a population of 115K and a median household income of $66,301, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Drum area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jefferson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.