Brasher town, New York
Brasher town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Brasher town is a geographic entity located in St. Lawrence County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,570. The land area covers 91.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,570 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,103 | ±130 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,222 | ±141 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,103 | ±130 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 119 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $124,300 | ±$24,033 |
| Median Gross Rent | $730 | ±$195 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,911 | ±$13,668 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,261 | ±$4,900 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% | ±9.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 574 | ±239 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,040 | ±161 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.8% | ±7.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF BRASHER
GUS Population: 2,569 (2024)
ID: 170971
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 358, BRASHER FALLS NY 13613-0358
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GUS Population: 106,198 (2024)
ID: 170433
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
48 COURT ST, CANTON NY 13617-1169
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 02-08 | POTSDAM, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BRUSHTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BRUSHTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | MASSENA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MASSENA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | POTSDAM, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MASSENA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MASSENA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MASSENA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | NORWOOD, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SUNY College at Potsdam
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College | 19.9 mi away | 44 Pierrepont Ave, Potsdam, NY, 13676-2294 |
3152672000
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AKWESASNE CULTURAL CENTER, INC.
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 321 STATE ROUTE 37, AKWESASNE, NY, 13655 |
(518) 358-2240
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Clarkson University
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College | 20.6 mi away | 8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY, 13699 |
3152686400
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MASSENA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 41 GLENN STREET, MASSENA, NY, 13662 |
(315) 769-9914
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HEPBURN LIBRARY OF NORFOLK
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 1 HEPBURN STREET, NORFOLK, NY, 13667 |
(315) 384-3052
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NORWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 1 MORTON STREET, NORWOOD, NY, 13668 |
(315) 353-6692
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POTSDAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 2 PARK STREET, POTSDAM, NY, 13676 |
(315) 265-7230
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THE WEAD LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 64 ELM STREET, MALONE, NY, 12953 |
(518) 483-5251
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HEPBURN LIBRARY OF MADRID
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 11 CHURCH STREET, MADRID, NY, 13660 |
(315) 322-5673
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HEPBURN LIBRARY OF WADDINGTON
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 30 MAIN STREET, WADDINGTON, NY, 13694 |
(315) 388-4454
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MASSENA INTL AP, NY US, located 6.8 miles from Brasher town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 5.9° | 15.6° | 2.11" | — |
| February | 28.2° | 7.3° | 17.8° | 1.58" | — |
| March | 38.2° | 18.7° | 28.5° | 2.04" | — |
| April | 53.7° | 32.2° | 42.9° | 2.91" | — |
| May | 67.9° | 43.9° | 55.9° | 3.14" | — |
| June | 76.2° | 53.4° | 64.8° | 3.71" | — |
| July | 80.8° | 58.2° | 69.5° | 3.46" | — |
| August | 78.9° | 56.2° | 67.5° | 3.36" | — |
| September | 71.2° | 47.8° | 59.5° | 3.50" | — |
| October | 57.5° | 37.4° | 47.5° | 3.43" | — |
| November | 44.6° | 26.9° | 35.8° | 2.59" | — |
| December | 32.1° | 15.5° | 23.8° | 2.09" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brasher Falls CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Akwesasne CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Winthrop CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Massena village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Brushton village | Village | 11.1 mi | — |
| Fort Covington CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3608907938. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.