Candor Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
5,071 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,515 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$598 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tioga County
1
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

Tioga County
1
Binghamton Metro Area
4
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 22
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 11 32
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 4 38
Dec 2 11 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Schools

Candor Junior-Senior High School
1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Candor Elementary School
1 miles, NW 1.4 star
Newark Valley Middle School
7 miles, E 1.9 star
Nathan T Hall School
7 miles, E 2.8 star

Colleges

Ithaca College
16 miles, N 3.2 star
Cornell University
18 miles, N 4.6 star
Tompkins Cortland Community College
19 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Robert Packer Hospital
20 miles, SW 2.3 star
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
20 miles, N 2.3 star
Lourdes Hospital
22 miles, SE 3.2 star
United Health Services Hospitals, Inc
23 miles, SE 1.4 star

Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
20 miles, N 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
30 miles, W 1 star