Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Watertown, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$939
Population
24,373
Renter Mix
61% Rent
The zoo is calling you to Watertown
Suburb
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Affordable
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Parks
In northern New York state off of Lake Ontario lies the city of Watertown. This affordable suburb is home to many substantial attractions such as the New York State Zoo at Historic Thompson Park. Spanning across 32 acres, the NYS Zoo houses a variety of native animals and is a great family-friendly location in Watertown. Downtown Watertown encompasses Public Square, the central plaza complete with a fountain, surrounded by restored buildings and diverse eateries.
Once you find your apartment in Watertown, be sure to visit Maggie’s on the River located in a former warehouse with incredible river views and crafty drinks. If you’re interested in learning more about Watertown, visit the Jefferson County Historical Society downtown for artifacts, books, and documents that reflect the county’s history.
Multiple parks exist in the area like Waterworks Park. The park offers open green space, a scenic hiking trail, and access to the Black River for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Two country clubs are located in in Watertown, offering fun for the whole family. Jefferson Community College and great public schools reside in the area, and Watertown International Airport is just a few miles west of Watertown towards Lake Ontario.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,440
Average: $67,553
Education
5,239
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,286
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Watertown has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
61%
Non-Renters
39%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Watertown, NY is $629 for a studio, $933 for one bedroom, $1,257 for two bedrooms, and $1,575 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Watertown has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$933/month
768 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Watertown, NY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
340 Students
Public
Grades K-5
153 Students
Public
Grades K-5
614 Students
Public
Grades K-5
435 Students
Public
Grades K-5
323 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
586 Students
Jefferson Lewis Hamilton Herkimer Oneida Boces
Public
Grades K-12
258 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,181 Students
Jefferson Lewis Hamilton Herkimer Oneida Boces
Public
Grades K-12
258 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Dry Hill Ski Area
- New York State Zoo at Thompson Park
- Pinckney State Forest
- Granger State Forest
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.