Dexter, NY

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Population
989
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
289 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$158,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$620/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,408
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Dexter is a quiet village in Jefferson County, tucked along Black River Bay right where the Black River empties into Lake Ontario. Located just west of Watertown, it offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere with convenient access to the region's main hubs. Commuters have a straightforward drive to Watertown and Fort Drum, while popular weekend getaways like historic Sackets Harbor and the Thousand Islands are practically in your backyard.

Everyday life here centers around the water. Locals spend their free time out on the bay, whether launching a boat for world-class fishing, paddling down the river, or catching sunsets along the shoreline. Families are served by the General Brown Central School District, and with Watertown International Airport and Jefferson Community College just minutes down the road, residents enjoy a scenic waterfront setting alongside easy regional connections.

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