Binghamton University, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,921 332.4M (US)
Median Age
19.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,559 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,436 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,024 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Broome County
4
Binghamton Metro Area
3
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Broome County
5
Binghamton Metro Area
4
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 23
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 3 11 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 3 11 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 51% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 9%

Schools

Vestal Hills Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 4.1 star
West Middle School
2 miles, E 1.4 star
Thomas Jefferson School
2 miles, E 2.3 star
St James School
2 miles, NE

Colleges

Binghamton University
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Elmira Business Institute
<1 miles, N 1 star
Davis College
1 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Lourdes Hospital
2 miles, E 3.2 star
Endless Mountains Health Systems
19 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
37 miles, N 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
48 miles, NW 1 star