Brushton, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
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
545 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$638 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 16
Feb 2 15 19
Mar 2 12 28
Apr 2 5 43
May 2 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 2 6 36
Dec 2 16 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 45, NY Assembly District 115, NY
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Schools

Brushton Grade School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Brushton-Moira High School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Salmon River Elementary School
9 miles, N • 1.4 star
Salmon River High School
9 miles, N • 5 star
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Colleges

SUNY College at Potsdam
26 miles, W • 2.3 star
Clarkson University
27 miles, W • 4.6 star
St Lawrence University
36 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Alice Hyde Medical Center
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
Massena Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
Adirondack Medical Center
38 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Ogdensburg International Airport
48 miles, W • 1 star
Plattsburgh International Airport
53 miles, SE • 1 star
Burlington International Airport
71 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Watertown International Airport
94 miles, W • 1 star
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