Watervliet

NY

Albany County, New York

Population 317K |Median income $85,333 |4 hospitals

Population
317,018
Albany County
Median Income
$85,333
+26% vs avg
Median Home Value
$294,600
+29% vs avg
Median Age
38.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
317K+4%
Median Income
$85,333+44%
Median Home Value
$294,600+41%
Poverty Rate
13%+0%
Unemployment
5%-32%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Poverty Rate
13% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 46.4%
Work From Home 15.2%
Public Transit 4.2%

Population

White 69.2%
African American 12.3%
Asian 7.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.6%
High Blood Pressure
31.7%
Obesity
29.8%
Physical Inactivity
21.2%
Binge Drinking
18.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.6%
Current Asthma
10.8%
Current Smoking
10.5%
Diabetes
9.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.6%
Annual Checkup 79.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
5.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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2
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1
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0
Average Rating
2.7/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
ST PETER'S HOSPITAL
ALBANY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ALBANY VA MEDICAL CENTER
ALBANY · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★☆☆
ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL
ALBANY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Watervliet 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 Watervliet, NY? ▼
Watervliet, NY has a population of 317,018 people, located in Albany County, New York.
What is the median household income in Watervliet? ▼
The median household income in Watervliet, NY is $85,333 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.
What is the median home value in Watervliet? ▼
The median home value in Watervliet, NY is $294,600. Median rent is $1,313/month.
What are the top health concerns in Watervliet? ▼
The top health indicators in Watervliet include Short Sleep Duration (35.6%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%), Obesity (29.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Watervliet? ▼
Watervliet has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Watervliet? ▼
The median age in Watervliet, NY is 38.4 years. 46.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Watervliet, NY is located in Albany County, New York. With a population of 317K and a median household income of $85,333, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Watervliet 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 (Albany 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.