Belfast, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
648 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$410 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegany County
1
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

Allegany County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 23
Feb 2 14 25
Mar 3 12 33
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 7 39
Dec 3 19 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 23, NY State Senate District 57, NY Assembly District 148, NY
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Schools

Belfast School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Valleyview Amish School
4 miles, SW • 1 star
Houghton Academy
6 miles, N • 5 star
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Colleges

Houghton College
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Alfred University
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Jones Memorial Hospital
17 miles, S • 1.4 star
St James Mercy Hospital
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Olean General Hospital
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
64 miles, SE • 1 star
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