De Witt, NY Utility & Living Guide

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De Witt, NY Utility & Living Guide

De Witt offers a suburban feel with easy access to Syracuse's amenities.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

National Grid
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

National Grid
💧 Water

$45/mo

Onondaga County Water Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

De Witt’s housing market is competitive with steady demand. Prices have risen 8% year-over-year due to limited inventory.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 4% + County 3.5% + City 0%</p>

NY state income tax ranges from 4% to 8.82% based on income brackets.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (competitive elections with slight Democratic lean)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in healthcare, education, and retail
Top Local Concerns
Property taxes, school funding, road maintenance
🚌 Transit for Families

Centro buses have wheelchair lifts but limited stroller storage. Sidewalks are well-maintained in commercial areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Rosamond Gifford Zoo
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    Erie Canal Museum
  • 🎯
    Beaver Lake Nature Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Sedgwick and Eastwood offer top-rated schools and parks. The village center has walkable amenities but higher prices.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No plastic bag ban. Short-term rental properties require registration.

De Witt is seeing growth in healthcare and tech sectors. Local startups are receiving state economic development grants.

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📊 De Witt — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$86,312
👤 Median Age
41.3
🏠 Homeownership Rate
71.3%
🔑 Renter Rate
28.7%
📉 Poverty Rate
7.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.8%
📡 Internet Access
92.0%
🎓 College Educated
50.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating costs can double gas bills. Summer AC use increases electric bills by 30-40%.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rates vary by school district, with De Witt residents paying additional surtaxes for local services.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalk coverage but some curb cuts need improvement. Most parks have accessible playgrounds.

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