Albany County, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
315,374 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,149 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$277,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$745 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,115 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
3
New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 16 21
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 10 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 3 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 46, NY Assembly District 109, NY
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Schools

Clayton a Bouton High School
4 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Voorheesville Middle School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Voorheesville Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Helderberg Christian School
5 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

Maria College of Albany
10 miles, E • 1.9 star
Excelsior College
10 miles, NE
SUNY at Albany
10 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

St Peter's Hospital
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
Albany Memorial Hospital
13 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
14 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
80 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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