Great Bend, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jefferson County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Great Bend based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
942
2023 ACS
Median Income
N/A
2023
Median Home Value
$125,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,345
2023
Median Age
26.4
Unemployment
35.2%
Cost of Living Index
121.8
100 = national avg
Great Bend is a city in Jefferson County, New York, with a population of 942 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Great Bend is one of the communities in New York.
The median home value in Great Bend is $125,000. The cost of living index is 121.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,345 per month. The unemployment rate is 35.2%, and the median age is 26.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
942
Male
401
42.6%
Female
541
57.4%
Median Age
26.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.0%
High School or Higher
36.4%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
6.2%
Married
24.7%
Avg Household Size
3.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.081
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
95.8%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
2.8%
26 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
97.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
906
English Only
95.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
26 speakers
Limited English
0.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.3%
Limited English Proficiency
0.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
58
6.2% of population
Disability Rate
62.1%
36 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
52
89.7%
Female Veterans
6
10.3%
Disability Status
With Disability
36
Without Disability
22
Disability Rate
62.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
348
#1 Ancestry
English
14.2% (134)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.6% (90)
#3 Ancestry
German
3.2% (30)
Top 9 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
286
Family Households
277
96.9%
Married Couples
97
33.9%
Non-Family Households
9
3.1%
Single Mother Households
170
59.4%
Single Father Households
10
3.5%
Living Alone
9
3.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
193
In Married Couple
62
32.1%
With Single Mother
121
62.7%
With Single Father
10
5.2%
Avg Family Size
3.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
107
Grandparents Responsible
82
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
N/A
Per Capita Income
$23,670
-36% vs national
Poverty Rate
31.9%
+134% vs national
Gini Index
0.6175
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
35.2%
+577% vs national
SNAP Recipients
71.0%
of households
How Great Bend Compares
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Great Bend.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
35.2%
+604% vs NY avg
Labor Force
526
Employed
322
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
26.4
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Watertown-Fort Drum, NY metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$101.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
121.8
100 = national avg
+21.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,581
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,647
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,071
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
The median household income in Great Bend, NY is N/A. Per capita income is $23,670. The poverty rate of 31.9% is higher than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.6175, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 35.2%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 526. 12.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 96.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 121.8, which is 21.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,581 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$210,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$109
Days on Market
N/A
Active Inventory
3
Months of Supply
3.0
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Pending Sales
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$109
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Great Bend, NY? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Watertown-Fort Drum, NY metro area, home prices have risen 80.8% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 37.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 31.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 1.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Watertown-Fort Drum, NY housing market rather than Great Bend alone.
Metro area: Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
Great Bend vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Great Bend is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Great Bend, NY has a median home value of $125,000, making it the 18,852nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Great Bend has a higher median home value than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Great Bend, NY has a median rent of $1,345, making it the 5,250th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Great Bend has a higher median rent than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Great Bend, NY has a price per square foot of $109, making it the 16,398th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Great Bend has a higher price per square foot than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$1,345
Total Housing Units
286
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Owner Occupied
35.0%
Renter Occupied
65.0%
Median Property Tax
$3,833
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,067
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,833
per year
Effective Tax Rate
3.07%
of home value
Median Home Value
$125,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,618
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,833) by the median home value ($125,000). In Great Bend, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 3.07%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Great Bend, NY is $210,000 according to Redfin data. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $109. The median rent is $1,345 per month (Census ACS). About 35.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1979. There are 286 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,833. The effective tax rate is 3.07%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Great Bend. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
64.0
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
68.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
28.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
62.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
21
Public Assistance
$30.1M
Individual Assistance
$100K
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $1.3M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Winter Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $23.9M | $100K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Severe Storm | Dec 2019 | $2.0M | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Nov 2017 | $2.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Snowstorm, and Floo… → | Snowstorm | Dec 2014 | $333K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Tornadoes, and … → | Flood | Jun 2011 | $3K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Aug 2003 | — | — |
| Fires and Explosions → | Fire | Sep 2001 | $5K | — |
| West Nile Virus → | Other | Oct 2000 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Snowstorm | Jan 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Blizzard → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1991 | — | — |
| Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Feb 1977 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
249
Total Claims Paid
$2,381,708
Avg Claim Payout
$9,565
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$469,272
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.89
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $225,000 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $74,919 |
| 105.1: Applied Research and Development in the Building Sciences | 1 | $55,400 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $12,553 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Great Bend has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, ice storm, strong wind. The area has had 21 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (7 declarations). 249 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $30,095,077 in public assistance recovery funding. $99,850 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.6%
5.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.4%
2.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.0%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
3.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.0%
Arthritis
28.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.6%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.4%
Loneliness
31.3%
Lack of Support
24.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.5%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
14.8%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
9.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Great Bend has an obesity rate of 41.6%, which is 5.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.4%, 2.1pp below the national average. About 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. 80.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.0 mi
Carthage Area Hospital, Inc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage Area Hospital, Inc | 6.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Carthage Area Hospital, Inc | 6.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Samaritan Medical Center | 11.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Lewis County General Hospital | 21.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| River Hospital Clinics | 24.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
96.6%
+23% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
0.0%
How Great Bend's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
3-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Great Bend, NY covers travel times and transportation modes. 96.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.4% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.5%
of households
No Internet
13.6%
of households
Total Households
286
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.9%
of households
Smartphone
93.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.9%
of households
Tablet
67.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs Under 10,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Great Bend vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
83.2% of households in Great Bend have broadband internet access. 81.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.6% of households have no internet access. 13.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Great Bend is located in Jefferson County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Great Bend.
Election Overview
Source: Jefferson County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
16,326
38.2%
GOP Votes
26,417
61.8%
Total Votes
42,743
Margin
R+23.6%
Shift from 2020
R+4.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16,326 | 26,417 | 42,743 | 38.2% | 61.8% | R+23.6 |
| 2020 | 17,307 | 25,629 | 43,848 | 39.5% | 58.5% | R+19.0 |
| 2016 | 12,289 | 19,947 | 34,263 | 35.9% | 58.2% | R+22.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jefferson County recorded 42,743 total votes. Republicans won the county with 61.8% of the vote compared to 38.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+23.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jefferson County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3
Total Assets
$83K
Total Income
$161K
Per 10K Residents
31.8
nonprofits
-75.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$83K
Oldest Active
1991
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Great Bend
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT DRUM THRIFT SHOP INC | Human Services | $83K | $161K | 1991 |
Great Bend, NY has 3 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $83K. The most common category is Human Services, with 1 organizations. That works out to 31.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1991.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$847K
Jobs Supported
14
Per 10K Residents
21.2
SBA loans
-90.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
2
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
1 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
2010–2016
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$847K
Avg Loan
$423,500
Median Loan
$423,500
SBA Guaranteed
$548K(65%)
Jobs Supported
14
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caillou's Properties Llc | 1 | $497K |
| Pemco Contracting Inc. | 1 | $350K |
Great Bend, NY has received 2 SBA loans totaling $847K in approved funding between 2010 and 2016. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 14 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Great Bend is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 1 loans. That works out to 21.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
37,604
Avg Median Income
-$148,099,473
Avg Home Value
-$222,112,655
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13602 | 2,700 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 11.5 |
| 13603 | 13,973 | $64,028 | N/A | $1,567 | 5.5 |
| 13612 | 2,940 | $67,106 | $195,000 | $942 | 18.9 |
| 13616 | 1,560 | $47,110 | $147,800 | $1,356 | 5.6 |
| 13619 | 10,774 | $63,549 | $171,700 | $984 | 112.7 |
| 13628 | 185 | $53,750 | $116,500 | $1,304 | 0.2 |
| 13637 | 5,280 | $62,786 | $189,600 | $1,318 | 35.2 |
| 13638 | 172 | $79,750 | $165,500 | N/A | 0.8 |
| 13643 | 20 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
Great Bend, NY has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 37,604. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$148,099,473. The average median home value is -$222,112,655. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,392.
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