Albany, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
909 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,518 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$508 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$778 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Athens County
2
Athens Urban Area
2
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Athens County
3
Athens Urban Area
3
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 30
Feb 2 5 33
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 2 1 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 0 43
Dec 2 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 30, OH State House District 94, OH
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Schools

Alexander Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Alexander Jr / Sr High School
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Morrison Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Athens Middle School
9 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Ohio University-Main Campus
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Hocking College
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Buckeye Hills Career Center
25 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ohiohealth O'BLENESS Hospital
8 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Pleasant Valley Hospital
25 miles, S • 3.2 star
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
25 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
67 miles, S • 1.4 star
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