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8,570
TOTAL POPULATION
4,674
MALE POPULATION
3,896
FEMALE POPULATION
119.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
21.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,008
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,097
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$31,584
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,763
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,880
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Potsdam

The most populous races in Potsdam are White / Caucasian (6,972 | 81.4%), Asian (526 | 6.1%), and Black / African American (514 | 6.0%).
Race in Potsdam
Race# Population% Population
Asian5266.1%
Black / African American5146.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific60.1%
Hispanic or Latino4084.8%
Native / Alaskan280.3%
White / Caucasian6,97281.4%
Two or more Races3554.1%
Some other Race1692.0%
Total8,570100.0%

Ancestry in Potsdam

The most populous ancestries reported in Potsdam are Irish (1,351 | 15.8%), Italian (888 | 10.4%), German (871 | 10.2%), English (850 | 9.9%), and Polish (494 | 5.8%), together accounting for 52.0% of all Potsdam residents.
Ancestry in Potsdam
Ancestry# Population% Population
African510.6%
American2402.8%
Arab30.0%
Argentinean120.1%
Armenian360.4%
Australian80.1%
Austrian80.1%
Belgian210.3%
Brazilian150.2%
British540.6%
British West Indian80.1%
Bulgarian50.1%
Burmese570.7%
Canadian550.6%
Cape Verdean130.2%
Central American160.2%
Cherokee140.2%
Chilean150.2%
Croatian190.2%
Czech220.3%
Dominican530.6%
Dutch891.0%
Eastern European400.5%
English8509.9%
Ethiopian50.1%
European1802.1%
Filipino190.2%
Finnish160.2%
French2813.3%
French American Indian100.1%
French Canadian4915.7%
German87110.2%
Ghanaian170.2%
Greek660.8%
Guatemalan100.1%
Haitian640.7%
Honduran30.0%
Hungarian330.4%
Indian (Asian)1301.5%
Indonesian70.1%
Iranian260.3%
Iraqi10.0%
Irish1,35115.8%
Iroquois250.3%
Israeli130.2%
Italian88810.4%
Jamaican100.1%
Kenyan50.1%
Korean1091.3%
Laotian140.2%
Lebanese20.0%
Lithuanian60.1%
Mexican750.9%
Mongolian50.1%
Nigerian30.0%
Norwegian420.5%
Panamanian30.0%
Paraguayan100.1%
Peruvian110.1%
Polish4945.8%
Portuguese230.3%
Puerto Rican1792.1%
Romanian240.3%
Russian800.9%
Scandinavian170.2%
Scotch-Irish450.5%
Scottish1471.7%
Serbian200.2%
Slavic60.1%
Slovak280.3%
Slovene170.2%
South American480.6%
Spaniard190.2%
Sri Lankan320.4%
Subsaharan African981.1%
Swedish1271.5%
Swiss210.3%
Thai550.6%
Ukrainian931.1%
Vietnamese360.4%
Welsh170.2%
West Indian60.1%
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Immigrants in Potsdam

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Potsdam came from Asia (435 | 5.1%), South Central Asia (219 | 2.6%), Europe (195 | 2.3%), Latin America (151 | 1.8%), and South Eastern Asia (118 | 1.4%), together accounting for 13.1% of all Potsdam residents.
Immigrants in Potsdam
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa340.4%
Argentina100.1%
Asia4355.1%
Bangladesh360.4%
Brazil150.2%
Bulgaria50.1%
Cameroon80.1%
Canada310.4%
Caribbean1031.2%
Central America40.1%
Chile150.2%
China540.6%
Czechoslovakia150.2%
Dominican Republic90.1%
Eastern Africa100.1%
Eastern Asia680.8%
Eastern Europe981.1%
El Salvador10.0%
Ethiopia50.1%
Europe1952.3%
France580.7%
Germany170.2%
Haiti780.9%
India430.5%
Iran270.3%
Iraq300.4%
Italy30.0%
Jamaica100.1%
Kenya50.1%
Korea140.2%
Latin America1511.8%
Middle Africa210.3%
Nepal620.7%
Nigeria30.0%
Northern Europe190.2%
Oceania50.1%
Pakistan290.3%
Panama30.0%
Peru40.1%
Philippines790.9%
Russia200.2%
Scotland90.1%
Serbia20.0%
South America440.5%
South Central Asia2192.6%
South Eastern Asia1181.4%
Southern Europe30.0%
Sri Lanka120.1%
Taiwan70.1%
Ukraine560.6%
Vietnam320.4%
Western Africa30.0%
Western Asia300.4%
Western Europe750.9%
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Sex and Age in Potsdam

Sex and Age in Potsdam

The most populous age groups in Potsdam are 20 to 24 Years (1,556 | 33.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,107 | 28.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Potsdam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (2.1%)35 (0.9%)
5 to 9 Years58 (1.2%)51 (1.3%)
10 to 14 Years64 (1.4%)128 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years1,338 (28.6%)1,021 (26.2%)
20 to 24 Years1,556 (33.3%)1,107 (28.4%)
25 to 29 Years324 (6.9%)157 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years114 (2.4%)119 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Years226 (4.8%)209 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years144 (3.1%)54 (1.4%)
45 to 49 Years72 (1.5%)41 (1.1%)
50 to 54 Years96 (2.1%)218 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years166 (3.5%)27 (0.7%)
60 to 64 Years154 (3.3%)130 (3.3%)
65 to 69 Years145 (3.1%)87 (2.2%)
70 to 74 Years90 (1.9%)75 (1.9%)
75 to 79 Years10 (0.2%)19 (0.5%)
80 to 84 Years8 (0.2%)85 (2.2%)
85 Years and over12 (0.3%)333 (8.6%)
Total4,674 (100.0%)3,896 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Potsdam

Median Family Size in Potsdam

Median Family Size in Potsdam
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple767 (90.1%)2.78
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother84 (9.9%)2.10
Total Families851 (100.0%)2.71

Median Household Size in Potsdam

Median Household Size in Potsdam
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple767 (29.8%)2.82
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother84 (3.3%)2.25
Non-family1,724 (66.9%)1.31
Total Households2,575 (100.0%)1.79

Household Size by Marriage Status in Potsdam

Out of a total of 2,575 households in Potsdam, 851 (33.1%) are family households, while 1,724 (66.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 328, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,401.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Potsdam
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,401 (54.4%)
2-Person Households304 (11.8%)195 (7.6%)
3-Person Households328 (12.7%)121 (4.7%)
4-Person Households169 (6.6%)7 (0.3%)
5-Person Households16 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households16 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total851 (33.1%)1,724 (66.9%)

Female Fertility in Potsdam

Fertility by Age in Potsdam

Average fertility rate in Potsdam is 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 76.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Potsdam
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (23.5%)6.0
35 to 50 years26 (76.5%)67.0
Total34 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Potsdam

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Potsdam
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Potsdam

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Potsdam
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (14.7%)3.0
Bachelor's Degree26 (76.5%)115.0
Graduate Degree3 (8.8%)16.0
Total34 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Potsdam

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Potsdam
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Potsdam

Income Overview in Potsdam

Per Capita Income in Potsdam is $21,008, while median incomes of families and households are $79,097 and $31,584 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,570$21,008
Median Family Income851$79,097
Mean Family Income851$113,106
Median Household Income2,575$31,584
Mean Household Income2,575$59,580
Income Deficit851$9,763
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,57022.42%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,57077.58¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,5700.55

Earnings by Sex in Potsdam

Average Earnings in Potsdam are $7,367, $8,322 for men and $6,456 for women, a difference of 22.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Potsdam
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,384 (59.2%)$8,322
Female2,328 (40.8%)$6,456
Total5,712 (100.0%)$7,367

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Potsdam

The most common earnings brackets in Potsdam are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (563 | 16.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (542 | 23.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Potsdam
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less537 (15.9%)542 (23.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999518 (15.3%)456 (19.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499563 (16.6%)285 (12.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999225 (6.7%)103 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499253 (7.5%)163 (7.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999108 (3.2%)92 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49947 (1.4%)56 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999100 (3.0%)31 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49918 (0.5%)45 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99921 (0.6%)10 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999121 (3.6%)102 (4.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99932 (0.9%)41 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99910 (0.3%)89 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99948 (1.4%)14 (0.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999111 (3.3%)24 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999144 (4.3%)44 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99984 (2.5%)70 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99990 (2.7%)70 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999131 (3.9%)46 (2.0%)
$100,000+223 (6.6%)45 (1.9%)
Total3,384 (100.0%)2,328 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Potsdam

Average earnings in Potsdam are $53,872 for men and $37,738 for women, a difference of 29.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,537, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $2,499. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,680, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,221.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Potsdam
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$2,499$0
High School Diploma$58,750$25,221
College or Associate's Degree$53,281$37,917
Bachelor's Degree$47,763$55,680
Graduate Degree$92,537$54,609
Total$53,872$37,738

Family Income in Potsdam

Family Income Brackets in Potsdam

According to the Potsdam family income data, there are 196 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Potsdam
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000293.4%
$10,000 to $14,999263.1%
$15,000 to $24,999374.3%
$25,000 to $34,999364.2%
$35,000 to $49,999819.5%
$50,000 to $74,99919623.0%
$75,000 to $99,99910212.0%
$100,000 to $149,99917620.7%
$150,000 to $199,999445.2%
$200,000+12414.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Potsdam

3-person families (295 | 34.7%) account for the highest median family income in Potsdam with $103,494 per family, while 3-person families (295 | 34.7%) have the highest median income of $34,498 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Potsdam
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families337 (39.6%)$66,509
3-Person Families295 (34.7%)$103,494
4-Person Families169 (19.9%)$0
5-Person Families16 (1.9%)$0
6-Person Families31 (3.6%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (0.4%)$0
Total851 (100.0%)$79,097

Family Income by Number of Earners in Potsdam

The median family income in Potsdam is $79,097, with families comprising 3+ earners (100) having the highest median family income of $239,609, while families with 1 earner (297) have the lowest median family income of $54,382, accounting for 11.7% and 34.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Potsdam
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners86 (10.1%)$65,603
1 Earner297 (34.9%)$54,382
2 Earners368 (43.2%)$112,622
3+ Earners100 (11.7%)$239,609
Total851 (100.0%)$79,097

Household Income in Potsdam

Household Income Brackets in Potsdam

With 494 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Potsdam, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 70 households (2.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Potsdam
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00046117.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991034.0%
$15,000 to $24,99949419.2%
$25,000 to $34,99930912.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991756.8%
$50,000 to $74,99938114.8%
$75,000 to $99,9992248.7%
$100,000 to $149,9992278.8%
$150,000 to $199,999702.7%
$200,000+1295.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Potsdam

The median household income in Potsdam is $31,584, with the highest median household income of $69,479 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 523 households (20.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 573 households (22.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Potsdam
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years573 (22.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years733 (28.5%)$59,236
45 to 64 Years523 (20.3%)$69,479
65+ Years746 (29.0%)$25,758
Total2,575 (100.0%)$31,584

Poverty in Potsdam

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Potsdam

With 32.2% poverty level for males and 14.3% for females among the residents of Potsdam, 18 to 24 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 583 males (79.4%) and 9 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Potsdam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years30 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years583 (79.4%)133 (59.6%)
25 to 34 Years62 (14.6%)24 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years32 (8.6%)9 (3.4%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)32 (12.4%)
55 to 64 Years98 (30.6%)10 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years31 (13.2%)11 (6.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)59 (13.6%)
Total844 (32.2%)287 (14.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Potsdam

According to the poverty statistics in Potsdam, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Potsdam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years79 (90.8%)74 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years35 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)
15 Years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years55 (64.7%)35 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years151 (20.6%)90 (40.4%)
25 to 34 Years363 (85.4%)234 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years338 (91.3%)254 (96.6%)
45 to 54 Years168 (100.0%)227 (87.6%)
55 to 64 Years222 (69.4%)147 (93.6%)
65 to 74 Years204 (86.8%)151 (93.2%)
75 Years and over30 (100.0%)375 (86.4%)
Total1,778 (67.8%)1,718 (85.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Potsdam

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Potsdam show that 8.3% or 64 of the total 767 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 16.0%, comprising of 55 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Potsdam
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children288 (84.0%)55 (16.0%)
1 or 2 Children372 (97.6%)9 (2.4%)
3 or 4 Children40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total703 (91.7%)64 (8.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Potsdam

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Potsdam
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Potsdam

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Potsdam
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children55 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children9 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Potsdam

Employment by Class of Employer in Potsdam

Among the 3,385 employed individuals in Potsdam, private company employees (1,711 | 50.5%), not-for-profit organizations (607 | 17.9%), and state government employees (446 | 13.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Potsdam
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,71150.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1775.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1855.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations60717.9%
Local Government Employees2387.0%
State Government Employees44613.2%
Federal Government Employees120.4%
Unpaid Family Workers90.3%
Total3,385100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Potsdam

According to the labor force statistics for Potsdam, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,101), 47.9% or 3,880 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.3% or 361 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 82.1% or 395 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.6% or 237 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Potsdam
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years676 (29.1%)28 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,430 (53.7%)237 (16.6%)
25 to 29 Years395 (82.1%)63 (15.9%)
30 to 34 Years177 (76.0%)14 (7.9%)
35 to 44 Years478 (75.5%)18 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years336 (78.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years148 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years150 (52.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years78 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,880 (47.9%)361 (9.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Potsdam

According to labor force statistics for Potsdam, 74.8% of individuals (1,684) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,251) are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 94 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.3% or 898 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.8% or 77 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Potsdam
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School64 (37.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma312 (68.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree410 (68.8%)112 (18.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher898 (87.3%)21 (2.0%)
Total1,684 (74.8%)126 (5.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Potsdam

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potsdam are Community & Social Service (817 | 23.2%), Education Instruction & Library (631 | 17.9%), Management (273 | 7.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (213 | 6.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (145 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Potsdam

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potsdam, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (82.1%), Education, Arts & Media (74.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (61.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Potsdam
OccupationMaleFemale
Management224 (82.1%)49 (17.9%)
Business & Financial25 (51.0%)24 (49.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science47 (22.1%)166 (77.9%)
Computers & Mathematics19 (35.2%)35 (64.8%)
Architecture & Engineering28 (37.8%)46 (62.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 480 (58.8%)337 (41.2%)
Education, Arts & Media37 (74.0%)13 (26.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library379 (60.1%)252 (39.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment64 (61.0%)41 (39.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating41 (28.3%)104 (71.7%)
Health Technologists36 (34.3%)69 (65.7%)
Total (Category)817 (54.6%)680 (45.4%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Potsdam are Food Preparation & Serving (448 | 12.7%), Personal Care & Service (306 | 8.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (152 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (59 | 1.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (42 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Potsdam

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Potsdam, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (83.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (27.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Potsdam
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Security & Protection59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving327 (73.0%)121 (27.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance139 (91.4%)13 (8.6%)
Personal Care & Service50 (16.3%)256 (83.7%)
Total (Category)575 (57.4%)427 (42.6%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Potsdam are Sales & Related (310 | 8.8%), and Office & Administration (251 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Potsdam

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Potsdam
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related148 (47.7%)162 (52.3%)
Office & Administration130 (51.8%)121 (48.2%)
Total (Category)278 (49.5%)283 (50.4%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Potsdam are Construction & Extraction (41 | 1.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 0.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Potsdam

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Potsdam
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Potsdam are Material Moving (208 | 5.9%), Production (99 | 2.8%), and Transportation (77 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Potsdam

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Potsdam
OccupationMaleFemale
Production50 (50.5%)49 (49.5%)
Transportation77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving169 (81.2%)39 (18.8%)
Total (Category)296 (77.1%)88 (22.9%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Potsdam

Employment Industries in Potsdam

The major employment industries in Potsdam include Educational Services (1,183 | 33.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (546 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (340 | 9.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (283 | 8.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (245 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Potsdam

Employment Industries by Sex in Potsdam

The Potsdam industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.7%), and Public Administration (57.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Potsdam
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction112 (70.9%)46 (29.1%)
Manufacturing122 (76.2%)38 (23.7%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade163 (47.9%)177 (52.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific45 (52.3%)41 (47.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support121 (91.7%)11 (8.3%)
Educational Services603 (51.0%)580 (49.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance66 (23.3%)217 (76.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation106 (43.3%)139 (56.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services473 (86.6%)73 (13.4%)
Public Administration23 (42.6%)31 (57.4%)
Total2,040 (58.0%)1,478 (42.0%)

Education in Potsdam

School Enrollment in Potsdam

The most common levels of schooling among the 5,296 students in Potsdam are college / undergraduate (4,479 | 84.6%), graduate / professional (342 | 6.5%), and high school (170 | 3.2%).
School Enrollment in Potsdam
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool270.5%
Kindergarten110.2%
Elementary School981.8%
Middle School1693.2%
High School1703.2%
College / Undergraduate4,47984.6%
Graduate / Professional3426.5%
Total5,296100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Potsdam

Out of a total of 5,296 students who are enrolled in schools in Potsdam, 2,892 (54.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,404 (45.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 186 (96.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Potsdam
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old72 (72.0%)28 (28.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds186 (96.9%)6 (3.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds177 (74.1%)62 (25.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds965 (45.9%)1,139 (54.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds853 (36.8%)1,465 (63.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds88 (36.7%)152 (63.3%)
35 Years and over61 (80.3%)15 (19.7%)
Total2,404 (45.4%)2,892 (54.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Potsdam

Engineering (301 | 20.3%), education (205 | 13.9%), business (150 | 10.1%), social sciences (133 | 9.0%), and bio, nature & agricultural (131 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,479 individuals in Potsdam who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Potsdam
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics523.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1318.9%
Physical & Health Sciences583.9%
Psychology533.6%
Social Sciences1339.0%
Engineering30120.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies221.5%
Science & Technology292.0%
Business15010.1%
Education20513.9%
Literature & Languages634.3%
Liberal Arts & History684.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1047.0%
Communications785.3%
Arts & Humanities322.2%
Total1,479100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Potsdam

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Potsdam

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Potsdam are males with 2 vehicles (759, accounting for 55.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (413, making up 100.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Potsdam
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle112 (8.2%)17 (2.2%)
1 Vehicle379 (27.7%)219 (29.0%)
2 Vehicles759 (55.5%)413 (54.8%)
3 Vehicles100 (7.3%)87 (11.5%)
4 Vehicles17 (1.2%)18 (2.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,367 (100.0%)754 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Potsdam

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Potsdam are 5 to 9 minutes (873 commuters, 29.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (644 commuters, 21.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (541 commuters, 18.0%).
Commute Time in Potsdam
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes47615.9%
5 to 9 Minutes87329.1%
10 to 14 Minutes64421.5%
15 to 19 Minutes54118.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1294.3%
25 to 29 Minutes210.7%
30 to 34 Minutes622.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes10.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1244.1%
60 to 89 Minutes642.1%
90 or more Minutes642.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Potsdam

The most common commute times in Potsdam are 5 to 9 minutes (455 commuters, 26.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (418 commuters, 33.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Potsdam
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes248 (14.2%)228 (18.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes455 (26.0%)418 (33.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes361 (20.6%)283 (22.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes384 (22.0%)157 (12.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes71 (4.1%)58 (4.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes33 (1.9%)29 (2.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (0.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes114 (6.5%)10 (0.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes64 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes18 (1.0%)46 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Potsdam

The most frequent times of departure to work in Potsdam are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (358, 20.5%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (257, 20.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Potsdam
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM91 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM17 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM100 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM42 (2.4%)17 (1.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (1.3%)55 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM66 (3.8%)111 (8.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM115 (6.6%)204 (16.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM324 (18.5%)80 (6.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM93 (5.3%)103 (8.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM97 (5.6%)257 (20.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM97 (5.6%)39 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM358 (20.5%)209 (16.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM326 (18.6%)164 (13.1%)
Total1,748 (100.0%)1,251 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Potsdam

Occupancy by Ownership in Potsdam

Of the total 2,575 dwellings in Potsdam, owner-occupied units account for 938 (36.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,637 (63.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Potsdam
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units93836.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,63763.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,575100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Potsdam

Occupancy by Household Size in Potsdam
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,40154.4%
2-Person Household49919.4%
3-Person Household44917.4%
4+ Person Household2268.8%
Total Housing Units2,575100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Potsdam

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Potsdam
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household255 (18.2%)1,146 (81.8%)
2-Person Household268 (53.7%)231 (46.3%)
3-Person Household213 (47.4%)236 (52.6%)
4+ Person Household202 (89.4%)24 (10.6%)
Total Housing Units938 (36.4%)1,637 (63.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Potsdam

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Potsdam
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School39 (13.7%)245 (86.3%)
High School Diploma81 (13.8%)508 (86.3%)
College/Associate Degree227 (29.9%)531 (70.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher591 (62.6%)353 (37.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Potsdam

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Potsdam
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years95537.1%
35 to 44 Years35113.6%
45 to 54 Years2078.0%
55 to 64 Years31612.3%
65 to 74 Years30912.0%
75 to 84 Years1064.1%
85 Years and Over33112.9%
Total2,575100.0%

Housing Finances in Potsdam

Median Income by Occupancy in Potsdam

Median Income by Occupancy in Potsdam
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied938 (36.4%)$93,947
Renter-Occupied1,637 (63.6%)$19,633
Average2,575 (100.0%)$31,584

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Potsdam

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Potsdam
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)186 (11.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)276 (16.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)102 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)296 (18.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99954 (5.8%)145 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (4.5%)268 (16.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99976 (8.1%)100 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (21.2%)183 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999152 (16.2%)71 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999222 (23.7%)4 (0.2%)
$150,000 or more193 (20.6%)6 (0.4%)
Total938 (100.0%)1,637 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Potsdam

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Potsdam
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30029 (3.1%)191 (11.7%)
$300 to $49955 (5.9%)145 (8.9%)
$500 to $799182 (19.4%)648 (39.6%)
$800 to $99945 (4.8%)182 (11.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499418 (44.6%)306 (18.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99950 (5.3%)30 (1.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49948 (5.1%)75 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99914 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more97 (10.3%)18 (1.1%)
Total938 (100.0%)1,637 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Potsdam

Housing Structures in Potsdam

Housing Structures in Potsdam
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,01039.2%
Single Unit, Attached602.3%
2 Unit Apartments1505.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments48919.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments32412.6%
10 or more Apartments49719.3%
Mobile Home / Other451.8%
Total2,575100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Potsdam

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Potsdam
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached881 (87.2%)129 (12.8%)
Single Unit, Attached23 (38.3%)37 (61.7%)
2 Unit Apartments21 (14.0%)129 (86.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)489 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)324 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)497 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (28.9%)32 (71.1%)
Total938 (36.4%)1,637 (63.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Potsdam

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Potsdam
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)328 (20.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)607 (37.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms226 (24.1%)505 (30.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms240 (25.6%)111 (6.8%)
8 or more Rooms472 (50.3%)86 (5.2%)
Total938 (100.0%)1,637 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Potsdam

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Potsdam
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas819 (87.3%)587 (35.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas17 (1.8%)90 (5.5%)
Electricity54 (5.8%)766 (46.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene29 (3.1%)114 (7.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (2.0%)15 (0.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)65 (4.0%)
Total938 (100.0%)1,637 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Potsdam

Household Vehicle Usage in Potsdam
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (1.0%)554 (33.8%)
1 Vehicle349 (37.2%)860 (52.5%)
2 Vehicles516 (55.0%)169 (10.3%)
3 or more Vehicles64 (6.8%)54 (3.3%)
Total938 (100.0%)1,637 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Potsdam

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Potsdam

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units454484
Median Property Value$147,300$137,900
Median Household Income$79,097$129
Monthly Housing Costs$753$97
Real Estate Taxes$5,182$4

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Potsdam

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Potsdam
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99985 (18.7%)142 (29.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999307 (67.6%)287 (59.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99911 (2.4%)24 (5.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99911 (2.4%)3 (0.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)12 (2.5%)
$1,000,000 or more29 (6.4%)16 (3.3%)
Total454 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Potsdam

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Potsdam
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)11 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99934 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (9.2%)20 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (14.1%)12 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999102 (22.5%)135 (27.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99984 (18.5%)50 (10.3%)
$150,000 or more64 (14.1%)138 (28.5%)
Total454 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Potsdam

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Potsdam
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x191 (42.1%)103,616 (21,408.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x143 (31.5%)370 (76.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x35 (7.7%)22 (4.5%)
4.0x or more85 (18.7%)61 (12.6%)
Total454 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Potsdam

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Potsdam
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80040 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49924 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499390 (85.9%)9 (1.9%)
Total454 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Potsdam

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potsdam

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potsdam
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years122 (86.5%)19 (13.5%)
6 to 18 Years1,282 (97.2%)37 (2.8%)
19 to 25 Years4,049 (97.7%)95 (2.3%)
26 to 34 Years531 (94.0%)34 (6.0%)
35 to 44 Years563 (88.9%)70 (11.1%)
45 to 54 Years427 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years477 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years397 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older464 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,312 (97.0%)255 (3.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Potsdam

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Potsdam
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born122 (86.5%)19 (13.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,282 (97.2%)37 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,049 (97.7%)95 (2.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Potsdam

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Potsdam
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,204 (97.2%)35 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999842 (98.1%)16 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999705 (87.3%)103 (12.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999453 (99.1%)4 (0.9%)
$100,000 and over1,231 (99.3%)9 (0.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potsdam

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potsdam
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 651 (36.2%)71 (50.3%)
6 to 18 Years126 (9.6%)1,186 (89.9%)
19 to 25 Years487 (11.7%)3,672 (88.6%)
25 to 34 Years177 (31.3%)387 (68.5%)
35 to 44 Years104 (16.4%)488 (77.1%)
45 to 54 Years54 (12.7%)388 (90.9%)
55 to 64 Years217 (45.5%)344 (72.1%)
65 to 74 Years382 (96.2%)153 (38.5%)
75 Years and over463 (99.8%)318 (68.5%)
Total2,061 (24.1%)7,007 (81.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Potsdam

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Potsdam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years17 (6.7%)9 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years412 (12.9%)152 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years161 (18.8%)117 (17.2%)
65 to 74 Years44 (18.7%)11 (6.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)306 (70.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Potsdam

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Potsdam: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years79 (2.5%)43 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years29 (3.4%)9 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (6.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)205 (47.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Potsdam: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years217 (6.8%)9 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years41 (4.8%)44 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Potsdam: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (6.7%)9 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years156 (4.9%)90 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years41 (4.8%)20 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years19 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (0.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Potsdam: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years73 (2.3%)43 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years101 (11.8%)77 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years41 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)276 (63.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Potsdam: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years60 (1.9%)7 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years79 (9.2%)15 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)45 (10.4%)

Technology Access in Potsdam

Computing Device Access in Potsdam

Computing Device Access in Potsdam
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,94175.4%
Smartphone1,98277.0%
Tablet1,22047.4%
No Computing Device38314.9%
Total2,575100.0%

Internet Access in Potsdam

Internet Access in Potsdam
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,85171.9%
Cellular Data Only2268.8%
Satellite Internet963.7%
No Internet48018.6%
Total2,575100.0%

Potsdam Summary

Potsdam is a town located in St. Lawrence County, New York, United States. The population was 11,817 at the 2010 census. It is the home of Clarkson University and the State University of New York at Potsdam. The town is named after the city of Potsdam in Germany.

History

The area that is now Potsdam was first settled in 1772 by Zephaniah and Abigail Platt. The Platts were from Connecticut and were among the first settlers in the area. The town of Potsdam was established in 1806 from part of the town of Madrid. The town was named after the city of Potsdam in Germany.
In 1812, the first sawmill was built in the town. This was followed by a gristmill in 1817 and a woolen mill in 1820. The first schoolhouse was built in 1820 and the first church was built in 1825.
In 1844, the first railroad was built in the town. This was followed by the opening of the Potsdam and Norwood Railroad in 1851. The railroad allowed for the transportation of goods and people to and from the town.
In 1853, the first college in the town was established. This was Clarkson University, which was founded by Thomas S. Clarkson. The college was named after his father, Thomas C. Clarkson.

In 1856 the first newspaper in the town was established This was the Potsdam Courier

In 1864 the first bank in the town was established This was the Potsdam Bank

In 1871 the first hospital in the town was established This was the Potsdam Hospital

In 1875 the first public library in the town was established This was the Potsdam Public Library

In 1876, the first fire department in the town was established. This was the Potsdam Fire Department.
In 1877, the first telephone exchange in the town was established. This was the Potsdam Telephone Exchange.
In 1878, the first electric light plant in the town was established. This was the Potsdam Electric Light Plant.

In 1879 the first waterworks in the town was established This was the Potsdam Waterworks

In 1881 the first post office in the town was established This was the Potsdam Post Office

Geography

Potsdam is located in the northern part of St. Lawrence County. It is bordered by the towns of Canton to the north, Madrid to the east, Parishville to the south, and Colton to the west.
The town is located in the Adirondack Mountains and is home to several lakes, including Raquette Lake, Little Tupper Lake, and Big Tupper Lake. The Raquette River flows through the town.

Economy

The economy of Potsdam is largely based on education manufacturing and tourism

Clarkson University is the largest employer in the town. The university has an enrollment of over 4,000 students and employs over 1,000 faculty and staff.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Potsdam Specialty Paper, Potsdam Plastics, and Potsdam Wood Products.
Tourism is also an important part of the economy. The town is home to several attractions, including the Potsdam Public Museum, the Potsdam Sandstone Quarries, and the Potsdam Summer Festival.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 11,817 people, 4,717 households, and 2,717 families residing in the town. The population density was 517.3 people per square mile (199.7/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 224.3 per square mile (86.6/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 1.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
There were 4,717 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.3% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.7% under the age of 18, 24.2% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $50,917. Males had a median income of $35,917 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $20,917. About 8.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Potsdam?
Total Population of Potsdam is 8,570.
What is the Total Male Population of Potsdam?
Total Male Population of Potsdam is 4,674.
What is the Total Female Population of Potsdam?
Total Female Population of Potsdam is 3,896.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Potsdam?
There are 119.97 Males per 100 Females in Potsdam.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Potsdam?
There are 83.35 Females per 100 Males in Potsdam.
What is the Median Population Age in Potsdam?
Median Population Age in Potsdam is 21.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Potsdam
Average Family Size in Potsdam is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Potsdam
Average Household Size in Potsdam is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Potsdam?
Per Capita income in Potsdam is $21,008.
What is the Median Family Income in Potsdam?
Median Family Income in Potsdam is $79,097.
What is the Median Household income in Potsdam?
Median Household Income in Potsdam is $31,584.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Potsdam?
Income or Wage Gap in Potsdam is 22.4%.
Women in Potsdam earn 77.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Potsdam?
Family Income Deficit in Potsdam is $9,763.
Families that are below poverty line in Potsdam earn $9,763 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Potsdam?
Inequality or Gini Index in Potsdam is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Potsdam?
There are 3,880 People in the Labor Forcein in Potsdam.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Potsdam?
47.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Potsdam.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Potsdam?
Unemployment Rate in Potsdam is 9.3%.