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Gowanus

Brooklyn, NY

Crime Score: B - Average crime

18,971
Population
$86,040
Median Income
$1,738,237
Median Home Value
35.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 148
Robbery 55
Burglary 67
Larceny/Theft 92
Vehicle Theft 127

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$1,738,237
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
23.5%
Renter Occupied
76.5%
Vacant
6.9%

Cost of Living

15% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +17%
🛒 Food & Groceries +10%
🚗 Transportation +10%
🏥 Healthcare -5%
💡 Utilities +4%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

15.8%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
24.8%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
53.9%
Black/African American
19.2%
Hispanic/Latino
29.3%
Asian
7.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
39° / 25°F
Summer (Jul)
84° / 68°F
🌧️
47.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
25.0"
Annual Snow

About Gowanus

Gowanus is a neighborhood located in Brooklyn, NY. With a crime score of B, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 18,971 residents with a median household income of $86,040 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities