Watchtower, New York
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −25.4% |
| 2008 | −13.1% |
| 2012 | −17.6% |
| 2016 | −35.6% |
| 2020 | −28.8% |
| 2024 | −33.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 32.9%Harris154 | 66.5%Trump311 | 0.6% | R+33.5 | R+4.7 | R+32.1 | 468 | |
| R | 34.8%Biden157 | 63.6%Trump287 | 1.6% | R+28.8 | D+6.8 | R+33.3 | 451 | |
| R | 30.3%Clinton120 | 65.9%Trump261 | 3.8% | R+35.6 | R+18.0 | R+37.7 | 396 | |
| R | 39.8%Obama190 | 57.4%Romney274 | 2.7% | R+17.6 | R+4.6 | R+21.5 | 477 | |
| R | 42.8%Obama223 | 55.9%McCain291 | 1.3% | R+13.1 | D+12.3 | R+20.3 | 521 | |
| R | 36.4%Kerry195 | 61.8%Bush331 | 1.9% | R+25.4 | — | R+22.9 | 536 |
Watchtower sits in the Mid-Atlantic. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 35.6 points in 2016. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 4.7 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 33.5 points.
A population of 3,974, a 55% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $86,271 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Watchtower, New York vote in 2024?
In 2024, Watchtower, New York voted Republican by 33.5 points (R+33.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 468 votes cast, 154 went Democratic and 311 went Republican.
How many people live in Watchtower, New York?
Watchtower, New York has a population of 3,974 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Watchtower, New York?
Median household income in Watchtower, New York is $86,271 — above the national median of $80,734. The New York state median is $85,974.
What is the political history of Watchtower, New York?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Watchtower, New York from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.